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IF YOU ARE THREATENED
In the event that the suspect, suspect's family or companions threaten or intimidate you, the following actions could be taken: Under Texas law a person commits a third degree felony offense of Retaliation if he/she harms or threatens to harm another by an unlawful act in retaliation for the service of another as a witness, prospective witness, informant, or a person who has reported the occurrence of a crime. If this happens to you, report it immediately to law enforcement.
CONFIDENTIALITY All records and files of the victim witness program and their role in case development are held in strictest confidence.
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