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TX SB2570
Bill
Status
6/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Peter Flores
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AI Summary
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Adds Section 9.55 to the Texas Penal Code establishing legal justification for correctional facility guards and peace officers to use less-lethal force weapons while performing official duties
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Defines "less-lethal force weapon" as projectile weapons designed to temporarily incapacitate while minimizing serious injury risk, chemical dispensing devices, striking devices, and stun guns
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Justifies use of such weapons when the guard or officer reasonably believes the force was necessary to accomplish official duties and the use substantially complies with their training
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Applies only to offenses committed on or after the effective date; prior offenses remain governed by former law
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Takes effect immediately with two-thirds legislative vote, otherwise September 1, 2025; passed Senate 20-11 on April 28, 2025 and House 101-35 on May 22, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to a legal justification for the use of force with a less-lethal force weapon by a correctional facility guard or a peace officer.
Criminal Procedure
Last Action
Effective immediately
6/20/2025