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TX SJR17
Joint Resolution
Status
11/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Joan Huffman
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AI Summary
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Proposes amending the Texas Constitution to allow judges to deny bail to persons accused of first-degree felony sexual offenses, violent offenses, or continuous trafficking of persons
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Requires judges to find by clear and convincing evidence after a hearing that bail and release conditions are insufficient to ensure the accused's court appearance or the safety of the community, law enforcement, or the victim
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Mandates that judges denying bail must issue a written order with findings of fact and an explanation for the denial
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Preserves the accused's existing legal rights to contest bail denial or challenge the bail amount set by a judge
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Submits the proposed constitutional amendment to Texas voters at an election on November 4, 2025
Legislative Description
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the denial of bail under limited circumstances to a person accused of certain violent or sexual offenses or of continuous trafficking of persons.
Crimes
Last Action
Referred to Criminal Justice
2/3/2025