Honorable Jerry Madden, Chair, House Committee on Corrections
FROM:
John S. O'Brien, Deputy Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
SB695 by Ogden (Relating to the forfeiture of good conduct time from inmates who file frivolous applications for writ of habeas corpus.), As Engrossed
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would amend the Government Code by allowing the forfeiture of good conduct time from inmates who file frivolous applications for writs of habeas corpus. A "frivolous" writ is defined as one brought for purposes of abusing judicial resources. The bill would take effect September 1, 2005. Because the bill is not expected to substantially add to the inmate population, no significant fiscal impact to the State is anticipated.
Local Government Impact
No fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.