Texas SB1212 increases penalties for trafficking of persons, particularly when involving children or disabled individuals.

Texas SB1212 amends the Texas Penal Code to increase the penalties for trafficking of persons. The bill classifies trafficking as a first-degree felony if it involves children or disabled individuals, or if it results in serious bodily injury, death, or the death of an unborn child. It also increases penalties if the offense occurs near schools, institutions of higher education, or juvenile detention facilities. The changes apply to offenses committed after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.

Texas SB1212 increases penalties for trafficking of persons, particularly when involving children or disabled individuals.

Texas SB1212 amends the Texas Penal Code to increase the penalties for trafficking of persons. The bill classifies trafficking as a first-degree felony if it involves children or disabled individuals, or if it results in serious bodily injury, death, or the death of an unborn child. It also increases penalties if the offense occurs near schools, institutions of higher education, or juvenile detention facilities. The changes apply to offenses committed after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.