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TX HB2330
TX HB2330Relating to the criminal penalties for certain controlled substance offenses; increasing a criminal penalty.
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Introduced
02/14/2023
02/14/2023
In Committee
03/09/2023
03/09/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/29/2023
05/29/2023
Introduced Session
88th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
Relating to the criminal penalties for certain controlled substance offenses; increasing a criminal penalty.
AI Summary
This bill increases the criminal penalties for certain controlled substance offenses in Texas. Specifically, it raises the offense level to a first-degree felony, punishable by imprisonment for up to 99 years and a fine of up to $250,000, for certain drug possession and distribution crimes involving larger amounts of controlled substances. The bill also adds unlawful possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance in Penalty Group 1-B as an offense that can be part of a criminal combination or street gang. The changes in the law apply only to offenses committed on or after the effective date of September 1, 2023.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence (on 03/09/2023)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=88R&Bill=HB2330 |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/88R/billtext/html/HB02330I.htm |
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