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TX HB108
Bill
Status
6/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Mihaela Plesa
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AI Summary
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Increases criminal penalties by one offense category for defendants who use metal or body armor during the commission of Title 5 Penal Code offenses (crimes against persons) that are third degree felonies or higher, excluding first degree felonies
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Requires judges to make an affirmative finding in the judgment when the trier of fact determines beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant used body armor during the offense
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Exempts peace officers, members of state military forces or U.S. armed forces, and licensed security officers from the penalty enhancement
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Applies only to offenses committed on or after September 1, 2025
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Passed the House 104-26 on May 16, 2025 and the Senate 28-3 on May 26, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the use of metal or body armor while committing certain offenses; increasing a criminal penalty.
Crimes
Last Action
Effective on 9/1/25
6/20/2025