Texas HB1375 establishes civil liability for individuals and entities engaging in or benefiting from obscenity, including damages and joint liability.

Texas HB1375 amends the Civil Practice and Remedies Code to create a new chapter on liability for obscenity. It establishes that individuals and entities can be held liable for damages arising from obscenity if they engage in or knowingly benefit from such conduct. The bill outlines specific defenses that are not permissible and mandates joint and several liability for those found liable. It also provides for damages including mental anguish, court costs, attorney's fees, and exemplary damages.

Texas HB1375 establishes civil liability for individuals and entities engaging in or benefiting from obscenity, including damages and joint liability.

Texas HB1375 amends the Civil Practice and Remedies Code to create a new chapter on liability for obscenity. It establishes that individuals and entities can be held liable for damages arising from obscenity if they engage in or knowingly benefit from such conduct. The bill outlines specific defenses that are not permissible and mandates joint and several liability for those found liable. It also provides for damages including mental anguish, court costs, attorney's fees, and exemplary damages.