Texas HB539 allows victims of trafficking or compelling prostitution to petition for nondisclosure of their criminal history.

HB539 amends Texas law to allow certain victims of trafficking or compelling prostitution to petition for nondisclosure of their criminal history. This applies to those convicted of specific offenses listed in the Health and Safety Code and Penal Code. The bill allows for nondisclosure if the victim provided assistance in the investigation or prosecution of the offense or did not assist due to age or disability resulting from the offense. This Act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB539 allows victims of trafficking or compelling prostitution to petition for nondisclosure of their criminal history.

HB539 amends Texas law to allow certain victims of trafficking or compelling prostitution to petition for nondisclosure of their criminal history. This applies to those convicted of specific offenses listed in the Health and Safety Code and Penal Code. The bill allows for nondisclosure if the victim provided assistance in the investigation or prosecution of the offense or did not assist due to age or disability resulting from the offense. This Act takes effect September 1, 2025.