Bill > HB1777

This bill requires the Texas Department of Transportation to add a special designation to a driver's license or personal identification card for individuals who are subject to sex offender registration requirements, based on a court order. The designation will be included on new licenses or identification cards issued after the bill's effective date (September 1, 2025). However, the bill includes an important exception: the designation will not apply to court orders related to certain sexual offenses where the defendant would have had an affirmative defense if the offense had been committed in Texas on or after September 1, 2025. This means that not all sex offenders will automatically receive the designation, as there are specific legal nuances that could exempt some individuals. The bill applies only to new or renewed licenses issued after its effective date, ensuring that existing licenses will not be immediately modified. The purpose of the bill appears to be to provide a visible identifier for registered sex offenders on their official identification documents, potentially as a public safety measure.

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https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB1777