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TX SB1896

TX SB1896
Relating to the investigation of the death of a prisoner in county jail.


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Introduced
03/08/2023
In Committee
05/06/2023
Crossed Over
05/02/2023
Passed
Dead
05/29/2023

Introduced Session

88th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

Relating to the investigation of the death of a prisoner in county jail.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Texas Government Code to require the Texas Commission on Jail Standards to appoint a law enforcement agency, other than the local agency that operates the county jail, to investigate the death of a prisoner in a county jail, except for deaths from natural causes as determined by a physician during an autopsy or examination. The bill specifies that the appointed law enforcement agency shall conduct the investigation. The bill takes effect on September 1, 2023.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs, Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to County Affairs (on 05/06/2023)

Bill Topics

Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Police, Fire, and Law Enforcement
  • ‐ Prisons and Correctional Institutions

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