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TX SB1776

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/28/2025

Primary Sponsor

Borris Miles

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Limits court-ordered fine and cost payments to no more than 5% of a defendant's monthly income, unless the defendant agrees to pay more
  • Amends Article 42.15 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure governing how courts impose and collect fines and costs
  • Courts retain authority to require full payment at sentencing, at a later date, or in installments, subject to the new income-based cap
  • Applies to defendants sentenced on or after September 1, 2025, regardless of when the offense was committed
  • Takes effect September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to the payment of certain fines and costs by a defendant.

Corrections

Last Action

Referred to Criminal Justice

3/13/2025

Committee Referrals

Criminal Justice3/13/2025

Full Bill Text

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