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TX HB413
Bill
Status
6/22/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jolanda Jones
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AI Summary
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Prohibits defendants charged with Class B misdemeanors or higher offenses from being detained in jail pending trial for a cumulative period that, including potential good conduct credit, exceeds the maximum sentence for the charged offense
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Exempts defendants undergoing competency evaluations or subject to commitment orders under Chapter 46B from the pretrial detention time limit
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Applies only to persons arrested on or after September 1, 2025; those arrested before this date remain subject to prior law
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Passed the Texas House on May 13, 2025 (115-23) and Senate on May 25, 2025 (30-1)
Legislative Description
Relating to the release of certain defendants detained in jail pending trial.
Criminal Procedure
Last Action
Vetoed by the Governor
6/22/2025