Texas SB792 amends the definition of sexual assault to include scenarios where consent is absent due to various factors.

Texas SB792 amends the Texas Penal Code to redefine sexual assault to include situations where the victim is unable to consent due to factors such as intoxication, unconsciousness, or mental incapacity. It also specifies scenarios where consent is not valid, such as when the actor exploits a dependency relationship. The bill further details conditions under which an offense is considered to have occurred, including the use of force, threats, or coercion. The changes apply to offenses committed after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.

Texas SB792 amends the definition of sexual assault to include scenarios where consent is absent due to various factors.

Texas SB792 amends the Texas Penal Code to redefine sexual assault to include situations where the victim is unable to consent due to factors such as intoxication, unconsciousness, or mental incapacity. It also specifies scenarios where consent is not valid, such as when the actor exploits a dependency relationship. The bill further details conditions under which an offense is considered to have occurred, including the use of force, threats, or coercion. The changes apply to offenses committed after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.