TX HB3463

Amends Section 31.04 of the Texas Penal Code to expand acceptable methods for providing notice in theft of service cases under Subsection (a)(4) to include e-mail and text message, in addition to registered/certified mail and commercial delivery service

Requires notice to be sent in writing using contact information from the rental or service agreement, service provider records, or check/bank records if payment was made by check

Creates a new Subsection (b-1) with separate notice requirements for Subsection (a)(4) cases, while maintaining stricter mail-only notice requirements for other subsections (b)(2), (b)(4), and (b)(5)

Establishes a presumption that notice is received no later than two days after being sent when given in accordance with the new requirements

Takes effect September 1, 2025, and applies only to offenses committed on or after that date