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TX HJR115
Joint Resolution
Status
1/16/2025
Primary Sponsor
David Cook
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AI Summary
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Proposes amending Article I, Section 11 of the Texas Constitution to allow denial of bail for persons accused of first-degree felony sexual offenses, violent offenses, or continuous trafficking of persons
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Requires a judge or magistrate to find clear and convincing evidence at a hearing that bail and release conditions would be insufficient to ensure court appearance or protect community, law enforcement, and victim safety
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Mandates that judges denying bail must prepare written orders with findings of fact and explanations for the denial
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Requires judges to impose the least restrictive bail conditions necessary to ensure court appearance and safety of the community, law enforcement, and alleged victims
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Scheduled for voter approval at an election on November 4, 2025
Legislative Description
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the denial of bail under some circumstances to a person accused of a violent or sexual offense or of continuous trafficking of persons and requiring a judge or magistrate to impose the least restrictive conditions of bail that may be necessary to ensure the person's appearance in court as required and the safety of the community, law enforcement, and the victim of the alleged offense.
Crimes
Last Action
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
3/14/2025