TX HB4184

Codifies jury nullification in Texas criminal cases, allowing juries to find a defendant not guilty or guilty of a lesser offense if they determine the law is unjust or unjustly applied, even when the evidence supports guilt under the law

Grants defendants the explicit right to inform juries of their power to judge the law and vote according to conscience, with failure to allow this information constituting grounds for a mistrial

Prohibits potential jurors from being excused or disqualified for expressing willingness to exercise jury nullification powers

Removes the state's ability to challenge jurors for cause based on bias or prejudice against any phase of the law relied upon for conviction or punishment

Requires courts to allow defendants to present evidence and testimony on matters including the law's merit, constitutionality, defendant's motives, degree of guilt, actual harm caused, and potential punishment; effective September 1, 2025