SB1203 amends Texas Code of Criminal Procedure to ensure public access to criminal proceedings, including livestream or videoconference options for.

SB1203 amends the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure to mandate public access to criminal proceedings, including those under Article 15.17. Courts must publish details about proceedings on their websites or at the location where the proceeding will be held. For courts unable to provide in-person access as of January 1, 2026, livestream or videoconference options must be provided, ensuring the public can clearly see and hear the proceedings. Judges retain the authority to impose reasonable limits for safety or to prevent overcrowding.

SB1203 amends Texas Code of Criminal Procedure to ensure public access to criminal proceedings, including livestream or videoconference options for.

SB1203 amends the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure to mandate public access to criminal proceedings, including those under Article 15.17. Courts must publish details about proceedings on their websites or at the location where the proceeding will be held. For courts unable to provide in-person access as of January 1, 2026, livestream or videoconference options must be provided, ensuring the public can clearly see and hear the proceedings. Judges retain the authority to impose reasonable limits for safety or to prevent overcrowding.