Criminal Procedure - Evidence - Protecting Artists' Creative Expression (PACE Act)

Providing that the creative expression of a criminal defendant or juvenile respondent is not admissible against the defendant or respondent unless the court makes certain findings, subject to a certain exception; and providing that the Act does not preclude the admission of a creative expression in juvenile cases for the purposes of evaluating, recommending, or ordering referral to mental health services or diversion programs.

Engrossed on 3/23/26

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Calendar

Feb 11

2:00 PM

Senate Judicial Proceedings Hearing