Bill
HB 207
84(R) - 2015
House Criminal Jurisprudence
House Criminal Jurisprudence
Crimes
Vote Recommendation
Neutral
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Neutral
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Neutral
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Neutral
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Neutral
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Neutral
Author(s)
Jeff Leach
Co-Author(s)
Terry Canales
Joe Moody
Matt Shaheen
David Simpson
Bill Caption
Relating to creating the offense of voyeurism; providing a penalty.
Fiscal Notes
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
Bill Analysis
HB 207 would amend the chapter entitled “Sexual Offenses” within the Penal Code to reflect a new offense called voyeurism. This offense starts at a Class C misdemeanor but can go up to a state jail felony under certain circumstances. A state jail felony carries up to two years in jail and/or a fine up to $10,000.
Vote Recommendation Notes
We support the general aims of this legislation and approve of the mens rea protections. However, it is our view that a state jail felony is a disproportionately high sentence. For this reason we are neutral.
Organizations Supporting
Texas Apartment Association
Texas Hotel and Lodging Association
Texas Municipal Police Association