What is the definition of coercion according to the Texas penal code?
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The Texas Penal Code defines its meaning of the word "coercion" in its chapter on General Provisions. Along with other definitions, it is located in Section 1.07. Definitions.
Definition
According to the Texas Penal Code, "Coercion means a threat, however communicated" to take one of a variety of actions.
Commit an Offense
First, a person may coerce by threatening to commit an offense.
Inflict Injury
A person may also coerce another by threatening to inflict bodily injury, either on the threatened person or on another.
Accusation of an Offense
A person can act in a coercive manner by threatening to accuse a person of an offense.
Reputation
Coercion also occurs when a person is threatened with exposure to "hatred, contempt or ridicule," or otherwise threatens to harm the "credit or business repute of any person."
Refusal of Public Services
A public servant is being coercive, according to the Texas Penal Code, when they threaten to take or withhold action in that role.
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