Texas HB288 creates a criminal offense for operating premises for unlawful controlled substance consumption.

Texas HB288 amends the Health and Safety Code to establish a criminal offense for operating premises for unlawful controlled substance consumption. This offense applies to individuals who knowingly operate, rent, lease, manage, or control premises for the purpose of allowing others to use controlled substances in violation of state law. The offense is classified as a felony of the second degree. If the conduct also violates other laws, the individual may face prosecution under both HB288 and the other laws. The Act takes effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas HB288 creates a criminal offense for operating premises for unlawful controlled substance consumption.

Texas HB288 amends the Health and Safety Code to establish a criminal offense for operating premises for unlawful controlled substance consumption. This offense applies to individuals who knowingly operate, rent, lease, manage, or control premises for the purpose of allowing others to use controlled substances in violation of state law. The offense is classified as a felony of the second degree. If the conduct also violates other laws, the individual may face prosecution under both HB288 and the other laws. The Act takes effect on September 1, 2025.