Texas HB3185 establishes procedures for investigating cybercrimes, including the use of administrative subpoenas and confidentiality of information.

Texas HB3185 amends the Government Code to add a new chapter on cybercrimes. It defines "cybercrime" as offenses under certain Penal Code chapters committed using the internet or electronic services. The bill allows prosecuting attorneys to issue administrative subpoenas for investigations if there is reasonable cause to believe a cybercrime has occurred. These subpoenas can require the production of various records, such as names, addresses, and connection records.

Texas HB3185 establishes procedures for investigating cybercrimes, including the use of administrative subpoenas and confidentiality of information.

Texas HB3185 amends the Government Code to add a new chapter on cybercrimes. It defines "cybercrime" as offenses under certain Penal Code chapters committed using the internet or electronic services. The bill allows prosecuting attorneys to issue administrative subpoenas for investigations if there is reasonable cause to believe a cybercrime has occurred. These subpoenas can require the production of various records, such as names, addresses, and connection records.