FOCL Practice Test

According to the Texas Penal Code, which injury also meets the definition of "bodily injury"?

1. Bruises

2. Pain

3. Sprain

4. All of the above

The correct answer is: All of the above

In the context of the Texas Penal Code, "bodily injury" encompasses a broad range of physical harm that can be inflicted on a person. This includes not only observable injuries but also subjective experiences such as pain. Bruises are visible marks on the skin that result from broken capillaries, indicating physical harm. Pain, while not always accompanied by a visible injury, is a significant aspect of bodily injury as it reflects a person's suffering regardless of physical manifestation. Sprains involve the stretching or tearing of ligaments, which can also result in pain and swelling, further qualifying as bodily injury. The term "bodily injury" is intentionally broad to ensure that various forms of physical harm—ranging from visible injuries to less observable experiences like pain—are recognized under the law. Therefore, since all mentioned injuries (bruises, pain, and sprains) fit within this legal definition, the correct choice is that all of these options meet the definition of "bodily injury."