Texas SB615 modifies the statute of limitations for various felonies, including sexual assault and aggravated sexual assault.

Texas SB615 amends the statute of limitations for certain felonies in Texas. It removes the statute of limitations for sexual assault and aggravated sexual assault. For other felonies, it sets specific time limits for prosecution, such as ten years for certain thefts and burglaries, and twenty years for offenses involving victims under 17 years old at the time of the crime. The changes do not apply to offenses already barred by law. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas SB615 modifies the statute of limitations for various felonies, including sexual assault and aggravated sexual assault.

Texas SB615 amends the statute of limitations for certain felonies in Texas. It removes the statute of limitations for sexual assault and aggravated sexual assault. For other felonies, it sets specific time limits for prosecution, such as ten years for certain thefts and burglaries, and twenty years for offenses involving victims under 17 years old at the time of the crime. The changes do not apply to offenses already barred by law. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.