Texas SB1077 amends the Family Code to extend the duration of protective orders against family violence.

Texas SB1077 amends the Family Code to allow courts to issue protective orders against family violence that exceed two years if certain conditions are met. These conditions include the subject committing a felony offense involving family violence, causing serious bodily injury, or being subject to two or more previous protective orders. The change applies to protective orders rendered after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.

Texas SB1077 amends the Family Code to extend the duration of protective orders against family violence.

Texas SB1077 amends the Family Code to allow courts to issue protective orders against family violence that exceed two years if certain conditions are met. These conditions include the subject committing a felony offense involving family violence, causing serious bodily injury, or being subject to two or more previous protective orders. The change applies to protective orders rendered after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.