Texas HB3425 amends the Penal Code to criminalize the unlawful disclosure of a residence address or telephone number with intent to cause harm.

Texas HB3425 amends the Texas Penal Code to establish criminal penalties for posting or disclosing the residence address or telephone number of an individual with the intent to cause harm or a threat of harm. The offense is classified as a Class B misdemeanor, escalating to a Class A misdemeanor if it results in bodily injury. The bill also introduces a provision that, if certain conditions are met, it is considered prima facie evidence of intent to cause harm. The changes apply to offenses committed after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.

Texas HB3425 amends the Penal Code to criminalize the unlawful disclosure of a residence address or telephone number with intent to cause harm.

Texas HB3425 amends the Texas Penal Code to establish criminal penalties for posting or disclosing the residence address or telephone number of an individual with the intent to cause harm or a threat of harm. The offense is classified as a Class B misdemeanor, escalating to a Class A misdemeanor if it results in bodily injury. The bill also introduces a provision that, if certain conditions are met, it is considered prima facie evidence of intent to cause harm. The changes apply to offenses committed after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.