Bill
HB 2596
Relating to the issuance of certain protective orders for certain burglary offenses.
89th Legislature (2025)
Introduced by Will Metcalf and 1 co-sponsor
Texas law now allows courts to issue protective orders against individuals charged with certain burglary offenses, not just convicted offenders, enabling earlier victim protection.
Effective on 9/1/25
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