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Texas House Bill HB2006

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HB2006

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Caption

Relating to the expunction of arrest records and files by a statutory county court.

Impact

The proposed amendments to the Code of Criminal Procedure specifically address the procedure for filing expunction petitions. Notable changes include the establishment of a clearer process for expunction orders to be issued by statutory county courts within a specified time frame after acquittal. This could significantly enhance the accessibility of expunction for average citizens and reinforce equitable treatment in the judicial system. Additionally, the bill aligns the jurisdictional authority between district courts and statutory county courts regarding expunction, thereby broadening options for individuals seeking to erase their arrest records.

Summary

House Bill 2006, introduced in Texas, pertains to the expunction of arrest records and files by statutory county courts. This bill modifies existing laws to allow statutory county courts to expunge arrest records for individuals found not guilty or acquitted of crimes. The bill seeks to streamline the process by which individuals can clear their arrest records and ensure that those wrongfully accused have a path to restoring their records without undue burden. It underscores the importance of legal recourse for individuals facing unjust arrest records and aims to alleviate the stigma associated with such records.

Contention

Discussions around HB 2006 may raise points of contention regarding how the bill could impact the criminal justice system's handling of arrest records. Critics might question whether the changes sufficiently address concerns regarding the background check processes and law enforcement's access to expunged records. Supporters, however, are likely to argue that the bill represents a necessary reform that prioritizes justice and fairness, especially for those wrongfully accused. The balance between public safety interests and individual rights will be a central theme in debates surrounding this legislation.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Code Of Criminal Procedure

  • Chapter 55. Expunction Of Criminal Records
    • Section: New Section
  • Chapter 102. Costs, Fees, And Fines Paid By Defendants
    • Section: New Section

Government Code

  • Chapter 25. Statutory County Courts
    • Section: 0003

Latest HB2006 Activity

Companion Bills

TX HB2229

Same As Relating to the expunction of arrest records and files by a statutory county court.

TX SB2673

Identical Relating to the expunction of arrest records and files by a statutory county court.

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