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TX HB4703
TX HB4703Relating to the operation and administration of and practice in and grants provided by courts in the judicial branch of state government.
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Introduced
03/10/2023
03/10/2023
In Committee
03/22/2023
03/22/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/29/2023
05/29/2023
Introduced Session
88th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
Relating to the operation and administration of and practice in and grants provided by courts in the judicial branch of state government.
AI Summary
This bill creates the Denton County Criminal Law Magistrate Court, which has criminal jurisdiction over certain misdemeanor and felony cases not yet filed in a district or county criminal court. The bill outlines the court's jurisdiction, appointment of associate judges and magistrates, and their powers. It also allows for the exchange of benches between judges in the magistrate court and the provision of court reporters upon request. The bill takes effect on September 1, 2023.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence (on 03/22/2023)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=88R&Bill=HB4703 |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/88R/billtext/html/HB04703I.htm |
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