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TX HB1599

TX HB1599
Relating to the use of hypnotically induced testimony in a criminal trial.


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Introduced
02/04/2021
In Committee
03/08/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/31/2021

Introduced Session

87th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

Relating to the use of hypnotically induced testimony in a criminal trial.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Code of Criminal Procedure in Texas to prohibit the use of testimony obtained through hypnosis as evidence against a defendant in a criminal trial, whether during the guilt/innocence phase or the punishment phase. The change in law applies to criminal proceedings that commence on or after the effective date of September 1, 2021, while proceedings that began before that date are governed by the prior law.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

No action taken in committee (on 03/29/2021)

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