Honorable Harold V. Dutton, Jr., Chair, House Committee on Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
FROM:
John S. O'Brien, Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB1988 by Martinez, "Mando" (Relating to the issuance of a protective order for a victim of the offense of sexual assault or aggravated sexual assault.), As Introduced
No fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would amend the Code of Criminal Procedure to provide that a protective order issued on behalf of a victim of sexual assault or aggravated sexual assault may be in effect for the duration of the lives of the offender and victim. If no effective period is stated in the order, it would remain in effect for two years from the date of issuance. If the person to whom the protective order applies is imprisoned on the expiration date, the order would continue in effect for a period equal to the person's term of confinement.
Local Government Impact
No significant fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.
Source Agencies:
212 Office of Court Administration, Texas Judicial Council