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TX HB151

TX HB151
Relating to certain affirmative defenses to prosecution for the criminal offenses of sexual performance by a child and possession or promotion of child pornography.


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Introduced
11/14/2022
In Committee
02/23/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/29/2023

Introduced Session

88th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

Relating to certain affirmative defenses to prosecution for the criminal offenses of sexual performance by a child and possession or promotion of child pornography.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Penal Code to add certain affirmative defenses to the criminal offenses of sexual performance by a child and possession or promotion of child pornography. Specifically, it allows for the affirmative defense that the defendant was the spouse of the child at the time of the offense, or that the conduct was for a bona fide judicial or law enforcement purpose. The changes in the law apply only to offenses committed on or after the effective date of the bill, which is September 1, 2023.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Referred to State Affairs (on 02/23/2023)

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