Allows subpoenas for peace officers as witnesses in misdemeanor cases punishable by fine only.

This bill amends the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure to allow the state or defendant to obtain a subpoena for peace officers who are witnesses in misdemeanor cases punishable by fine only. The subpoena can be issued if the peace officer resides outside the county where the prosecution is pending. The bill also specifies that witnesses in misdemeanor cases should be compensated similarly to those in felony cases, except for one character witness. The changes apply to criminal proceedings starting after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.

Allows subpoenas for peace officers as witnesses in misdemeanor cases punishable by fine only.

This bill amends the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure to allow the state or defendant to obtain a subpoena for peace officers who are witnesses in misdemeanor cases punishable by fine only. The subpoena can be issued if the peace officer resides outside the county where the prosecution is pending. The bill also specifies that witnesses in misdemeanor cases should be compensated similarly to those in felony cases, except for one character witness. The changes apply to criminal proceedings starting after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.