Honorable Pete Gallego, Chair, House Committee on Criminal Jurisprudence
FROM:
John S. O'Brien, Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB549 by Raymond (Relating to an affirmative defense to prosecution for certain sex offenses.), As Introduced
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would amend the Penal Code by clarifying the conditions of defense to prosecution for the offenses of indecency with a child, improper relationship between educator and student, sexual assault, and violations of the civil rights of a person in custody; improper sexual activity with person in custody. It is assumed that the bill would not significantly affect the operations of state or local government.
Local Government Impact
No significant fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.