Texas HB1443 creates a criminal offense for promoting or possessing child-like sex dolls.

Texas HB1443 amends the Penal Code by adding a new section that criminalizes the promotion or possession of child-like sex dolls. A "child-like sex doll" is defined as an obscene, anatomically correct doll, mannequin, or robot with the features of a child intended for sexual stimulation or gratification. Promoting such dolls is a third-degree felony, while possessing them with intent to promote is a Class A misdemeanor. Possessing six or more such dolls presumes intent to promote. Bona fide law enforcement purposes are an affirmative defense. The Act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB1443 creates a criminal offense for promoting or possessing child-like sex dolls.

Texas HB1443 amends the Penal Code by adding a new section that criminalizes the promotion or possession of child-like sex dolls. A "child-like sex doll" is defined as an obscene, anatomically correct doll, mannequin, or robot with the features of a child intended for sexual stimulation or gratification. Promoting such dolls is a third-degree felony, while possessing them with intent to promote is a Class A misdemeanor. Possessing six or more such dolls presumes intent to promote. Bona fide law enforcement purposes are an affirmative defense. The Act takes effect September 1, 2025.