Texas SB826 increases the penalty for driving while intoxicated in a school crossing zone.

Texas SB826 amends the state's Penal Code to increase the penalty for driving while intoxicated in a school crossing zone. The bill classifies such an offense as a state jail felony, with a minimum term of confinement of 72 hours. This change applies only to offenses committed on or after the effective date of the Act, which is September 1, 2025. The definition of "school crossing zone" is provided by Section 541.302 of the Transportation Code.

Texas SB826 increases the penalty for driving while intoxicated in a school crossing zone.

Texas SB826 amends the state's Penal Code to increase the penalty for driving while intoxicated in a school crossing zone. The bill classifies such an offense as a state jail felony, with a minimum term of confinement of 72 hours. This change applies only to offenses committed on or after the effective date of the Act, which is September 1, 2025. The definition of "school crossing zone" is provided by Section 541.302 of the Transportation Code.