Texas Penal Code Practice

What offense involves intentionally leaving a child in a motor vehicle under certain conditions?

1. Interference with Child Custody

2. Robbery

3. Leaving Child in Motor Vehicle

4. Violation of Protection Order

The correct answer is: Leaving Child in Motor Vehicle

Leaving a Child in a Motor Vehicle is the correct answer because this offense specifically pertains to the intentional act of leaving a child in a motor vehicle under certain conditions, such as when the child is younger than seven years of age and not attended by an individual who is at least 14 years old. This offense is outlined in the Texas Penal Code to protect children from being left in potentially dangerous situations. Option A, Interference with Child Custody, involves unlawfully taking a child in violation of a custody agreement or court order. Option B, Robbery, refers to the offense of taking someone else's property through force or threat. Option D, Violation of Protection Order, involves the violation of a court order intended to protect a victim of domestic violence.