Texas SB1575 mandates the development of an all-hazards court security plan and increases penalties for offenses against court personnel and judges.

Texas SB1575 requires the development of an all-hazards court security plan by court security committees, which are to be composed of the presiding judge, law enforcement representatives, and others as necessary. These committees will recommend security policies and procedures, including emergency management plans. The bill also increases penalties for offenses committed against court personnel and judges, classifying them as misdemeanors, state jail felonies, or third-degree felonies based on the circumstances.

Texas SB1575 mandates the development of an all-hazards court security plan and increases penalties for offenses against court personnel and judges.

Texas SB1575 requires the development of an all-hazards court security plan by court security committees, which are to be composed of the presiding judge, law enforcement representatives, and others as necessary. These committees will recommend security policies and procedures, including emergency management plans. The bill also increases penalties for offenses committed against court personnel and judges, classifying them as misdemeanors, state jail felonies, or third-degree felonies based on the circumstances.