Texas HB1167 modifies bail release conditions and penalties for certain felony offenses.

Texas HB1167 addresses the release on bail of defendants accused of committing a felony offense and the consequences of committing a felony while released on bail for a prior felony. It creates a criminal offense for judges or magistrates who improperly set bail for violent felonies. The bill increases the minimum term of imprisonment for certain felonies and changes eligibility for deferred adjudication community supervision, mandatory supervision, and parole. It also establishes a penalty for committing certain felony offenses while on bail.

Texas HB1167 modifies bail release conditions and penalties for certain felony offenses.

Texas HB1167 addresses the release on bail of defendants accused of committing a felony offense and the consequences of committing a felony while released on bail for a prior felony. It creates a criminal offense for judges or magistrates who improperly set bail for violent felonies. The bill increases the minimum term of imprisonment for certain felonies and changes eligibility for deferred adjudication community supervision, mandatory supervision, and parole. It also establishes a penalty for committing certain felony offenses while on bail.