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TX SB2560
Bill
Status
3/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Royce West
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AI Summary
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Defines "no-knock entry" as a peace officer's entry into a building to execute a warrant without first announcing their authority or purpose
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Prohibits magistrates from issuing no-knock warrants unless specific conditions are met, including written approval from the law enforcement agency's chief administrator or designee
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Requires all peace officers executing a no-knock warrant to be in uniform or otherwise clearly identifiable as law enforcement
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Limits authority to issue no-knock warrants to district court judges, statutory county court judges, and county or municipal court judges who are licensed attorneys in Texas (with exceptions for counties lacking such judicial officers)
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Applies only to warrants issued on or after the effective date of September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the issuance of a warrant authorizing the use of a no-knock entry by a peace officer.
Criminal Procedure
Last Action
Referred to Criminal Justice
4/3/2025