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Texas Senate Bill SB803

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB803

Voted on by Senate
 
Out of House Committee
 
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to a hearing for an alleged violation of community supervision by a defendant and the manner in which that defendant is required to appear before the court.

Impact

If enacted, SB803 would have a notable impact on how community supervision cases are handled within Texas courts. The amendments would not only streamline the process surrounding potential revocations of community supervision but also reinforce due process for defendants. This change may better prevent unjust penalties based solely on unverified claims, ensuring that defendants have adequate legal representation and the right to a fair hearing, thus guarding against arbitrary decision-making by judges.

Summary

SB803 seeks to amend the Code of Criminal Procedure regarding hearings for alleged violations of community supervision. It specifies the procedure for arrest and summons for defendants and clarifies the rights afforded to defendants during these hearings. The bill aims to ensure a fair process by limiting the use of uncorroborated evidence, particularly concerning results from polygraph examinations, thereby enhancing the legal protections available to defendants facing community supervision issues.

Contention

Discussion surrounding SB803 might include concerns regarding the balance between ensuring accountability for defendants under community supervision and protecting their rights. Proponents may argue that the bill is essential for safeguarding defendants from unjust treatment in the judicial system. Nevertheless, there may be apprehensions about potential loopholes that could allow individuals to evade legitimate consequences for violations. The overall debate is likely to center on the need for judicial integrity versus public safety considerations.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Code Of Criminal Procedure

  • Chapter 42. Judgment And Sentence
    • Section: New Section

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB2141

Relating to a hearing for an alleged violation of community supervision by a defendant and the manner in which that defendant is required to appear before the court.

TX HB361

Relating to the placement on community supervision, including deferred adjudication community supervision, of a defendant who is the primary caretaker of a child.

TX SB460

Relating to the extension of the period of community supervision for certain defendants who fail to pay a previously assessed fine or cost.

TX HB2113

Relating to the issuance of a warrant for a violation of a condition of community supervision.

TX HB1449

Relating to certain technical violations of conditions of community supervision.

TX HB5177

Relating to a defendant's eligibility for reduction or termination of community supervision.

TX HB3400

Relating to the release of defendants on bail, the duties of a magistrate in certain criminal proceedings, and the appointment of certain criminal law hearing officers; creating a criminal offense.

TX HB1728

Relating to the release on bail of certain defendants accused of committing a felony offense and the criminal consequences of committing a felony while released on bail for a prior felony; creating a criminal offense; increasing the minimum term of imprisonment for certain felonies; changing eligibility for deferred adjudication community supervision, mandatory supervision, and parole.

TX HB1737

Relating to automatic orders of nondisclosure of criminal history record information for certain misdemeanor defendants following successful completion of a period of deferred adjudication community supervision.

TX HB401

Relating to automatic orders of nondisclosure of criminal history record information for certain misdemeanor defendants who successfully complete a period of community supervision following conviction; authorizing a fee.

Similar Bills

TX HB385

Relating to conditions of community supervision and procedures applicable to the reduction or termination of a defendant's period of community supervision.

TX SB2188

Relating to community supervision.

TX HB3512

Relating to conditions of community supervision and procedures applicable to the reduction or termination of a defendant's period of community supervision.

TX HB1205

Relating to the procedures for reducing or terminating community supervision and the establishment of certain time credits through which a defendant's period of community supervision is reduced.

TX HB2141

Relating to a hearing for an alleged violation of community supervision by a defendant and the manner in which that defendant is required to appear before the court.

TX HB624

Relating to the placement on community supervision, including deferred adjudication community supervision, of a defendant who is the primary caretaker of a child.

TX SB1462

Relating to the placement on community supervision, including deferred adjudication community supervision, of a defendant who is the primary caretaker of a child.

TX HB361

Relating to the placement on community supervision, including deferred adjudication community supervision, of a defendant who is the primary caretaker of a child.