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SB 2459

Relating to the protection of personal identifying information of certain persons in the judicial system; authorizing a civil right of action; creating criminal offenses.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Brandon Creighton

Creates civil lawsuits and criminal penalties for unauthorized disclosure of personal information about specified judicial system participants and their families.

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Bill Summary · SB 2459

Legislative bill overview

SB 2459 establishes protections for personal identifying information of certain judicial system participants (likely judges, court staff, or their families) by restricting unauthorized disclosure. The bill creates both civil remedies and criminal penalties for violations, allowing affected individuals to sue for damages and establishing new criminal offenses for improper information sharing.

Why is this important

Judicial officials and their families face genuine safety risks from public disclosure of home addresses, phone numbers, and other personal data. This bill addresses concerns about privacy and security while courts increasingly operate with digital records. However, it intersects with transparency principles and public access to government information.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope ambiguity: The bill's definition of "certain persons" and which judicial system participants receive protection may be unclear, creating enforcement inconsistencies
  • Public records tension: Restricting information access could conflict with open government laws and the public's right to know about judicial system participants
  • Criminal vs. civil standards: Unclear whether the criminal threshold differs from the civil standard, potentially creating unequal liability depending on enforcement pathway

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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