TX HB4254

Allows courts to grant a mistrial in felony cases after jury swearing only upon finding that no lesser remedy would adequately protect the defendant's constitutional rights under Texas and U.S. Constitutions

Requires courts to immediately enter specific findings of fact and conclusions of law when granting a mistrial at the state's request; failure to do so creates an irrebuttable presumption the order lacked basis and is subject to reversal

Grants the state the right to appeal mistrial orders or trial terminations in felony cases after the jury has been sworn, adding this to the existing list of appealable orders

Mandates that appeals of mistrial orders be expedited, with appellate record preparation taking priority over all other records by district clerks and court reporters

Applies only to criminal proceedings commencing on or after September 1, 2025