Texas HB658 amends laws on carrying weapons by officers and criminal liability for taking weapons from certain officers.

Texas HB658 modifies the carrying of weapons by community supervision and corrections department officers, juvenile probation officers, and certain retired law enforcement officers. It also addresses criminal liability for taking a weapon from these officers. The bill specifies conditions under which these officers can carry weapons, including in public establishments. It also defines certain offenses and defenses related to taking weapons from these officers. The changes apply to offenses committed after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.

Texas HB658 amends laws on carrying weapons by officers and criminal liability for taking weapons from certain officers.

Texas HB658 modifies the carrying of weapons by community supervision and corrections department officers, juvenile probation officers, and certain retired law enforcement officers. It also addresses criminal liability for taking a weapon from these officers. The bill specifies conditions under which these officers can carry weapons, including in public establishments. It also defines certain offenses and defenses related to taking weapons from these officers. The changes apply to offenses committed after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.