Honorable John Whitmire, Chair, Senate Committee on Criminal Justice
FROM:
John Keel, Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB1872 by Riddle (Relating to the prosecution of the offense of criminal trespass.), As Engrossed
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would amend the Penal Code by further specifying the conditions related to the prosecution of the offense of criminal trespass. It is assumed that enforcement of the provisions of the bill would not result in a significant fiscal impact to the state.
Local Government Impact
No significant fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated. Lubbock and Collin counties, along with the cities of Sherman and Houston, reported minimal arrests for this type of offense.There would be some costs related to implementation of the bill (personnel costs, housing offenders, additional court duties), but these costs are not expected to be significant.