I have three questions about criminal procedure...

[Maddy McCall]

These are specific to Texas felony cases, but general info is also appreciated.

On a criminal history file, VOP is listed. What does that stand for?

Also, after entering a guilty plea on a third-degree felony, if the judge sentences you to three years in the Department of Corrections, are you taken into custody then, or are you given a date/time to show up?

If a person is a victim of the felon in a previous misdemeanor case, will victims' assistance units keep the victim of the previous crime updated on the felon's incarceration developments?

Thanks for any answers you can provide.

[Man_in_the_Moon]

1. VOP = violation of parole?

maybe?

[Maddy McCall]

4. Thanks...

that would apply. Thanks.

[SlavesandBulldozers]

2. i googled

and it seems to suggest VOP means violation of probation.

[Spoonman]

3. Here goes

VOP stands for Violation Of Parole
With almost any felon conviction, an appeal is generally granted.
While waiting to go back to court on an appeal, the convicted person can sometimes remain free so long as the original sentence is less than 15 years. Sometimes, the judge will order the felon to be remanded on the spot.

As for the 3rd question, I have know clue.

[Maddy McCall]

5. Just found out that...

he was remanded on the spot. He is now in county jail I guess awaiting transport.

Thanks, everyone, for your help!