TX HB4139

Prohibits videography (recording or livestreaming) during voir dire examination of prospective jurors and during bench conferences held outside the hearing of the jury

Bans videography in court proceedings involving child victims (under 18) of human trafficking, sexual offenses, continuous sexual abuse of a child, family violence, injury to a child, stalking, harassment, or other conduct where embarrassing evidence may be presented

Restricts videography in proceedings involving adult victims (18+) of similar offenses, unless the victim voluntarily authorizes recording after being notified of this right by the court

Exempts court staff from restrictions when videography is needed for court operations, security purposes, compliance with constitutional open courts requirements, or conducting remote proceedings where recordings are not saved

Requires courts to provide at least 72 hours advance notice of videography by notifying all jurors and parties and posting notice on the court's public website; applies to proceedings commenced on or after September 1, 2025