Allows victims of violent offenses to sue judges or magistrates for damages if the accused was improperly released on personal bond.

Texas HB2287 amends the Civil Practice and Remedies Code to allow victims of violent offenses to bring a cause of action against judges or magistrates for damages if the accused was improperly released on personal bond. This applies to releases on or after the effective date of the Act, which is September 1, 2025. The damages awarded cannot exceed $10 million, and judges or magistrates cannot use judicial immunity as a defense. This Act does not apply retroactively.

Allows victims of violent offenses to sue judges or magistrates for damages if the accused was improperly released on personal bond.

Texas HB2287 amends the Civil Practice and Remedies Code to allow victims of violent offenses to bring a cause of action against judges or magistrates for damages if the accused was improperly released on personal bond. This applies to releases on or after the effective date of the Act, which is September 1, 2025. The damages awarded cannot exceed $10 million, and judges or magistrates cannot use judicial immunity as a defense. This Act does not apply retroactively.