Texas SB1124 amends criminal discovery procedures, requiring timely disclosure of relevant information to defendants and allowing courts to impose.

Texas SB1124 modifies the Code of Criminal Procedure to enhance discovery rights for defendants. The bill mandates that the state attorney must promptly disclose and allow inspection of relevant documents upon a defendant's written request. It also requires disclosure of specific information about witnesses whose testimony the state intends to use. The court can limit or redact certain information if necessary. If a party fails to comply with discovery requirements, the court can order compliance, grant a continuance, or issue a protective order.

Texas SB1124 amends criminal discovery procedures, requiring timely disclosure of relevant information to defendants and allowing courts to impose.

Texas SB1124 modifies the Code of Criminal Procedure to enhance discovery rights for defendants. The bill mandates that the state attorney must promptly disclose and allow inspection of relevant documents upon a defendant's written request. It also requires disclosure of specific information about witnesses whose testimony the state intends to use. The court can limit or redact certain information if necessary. If a party fails to comply with discovery requirements, the court can order compliance, grant a continuance, or issue a protective order.