Texas SB1120 expands rights for victims in certain criminal cases involving family violence, sexual or assaultive offenses, stalking, or a violation.

Texas SB1120 amends the Code of Criminal Procedure to expand the rights of victims, guardians of victims, or close relatives of deceased victims in certain criminal cases. These cases involve family violence, sexual or assaultive offenses, stalking, or a violation of a protective order or condition of bond. The bill grants victims and their relatives rights such as being informed about relevant court proceedings, participating in parole processes, and receiving information about the status of evidence analysis.

Texas SB1120 expands rights for victims in certain criminal cases involving family violence, sexual or assaultive offenses, stalking, or a violation.

Texas SB1120 amends the Code of Criminal Procedure to expand the rights of victims, guardians of victims, or close relatives of deceased victims in certain criminal cases. These cases involve family violence, sexual or assaultive offenses, stalking, or a violation of a protective order or condition of bond. The bill grants victims and their relatives rights such as being informed about relevant court proceedings, participating in parole processes, and receiving information about the status of evidence analysis.