Bill: HB 2090, 83(R) - 2013

Vote Recommendation

Vote Recommendation	Economic Freedom	Property Rights	Personal Responsibility	Limited Government	Individual Liberty
Yes	Neutral	Neutral	Neutral	Neutral	Positive

Author(s)

Terry Canales

Bill Caption

Relating to a written statement made by an accused as a result of custodial interrogation.

Fiscal Notes

No significant fiscal implication is anticipated on the State or local governments.

Bill Analysis

Summary: HB 2090 would require a written statement of an accused to be presented in a language that the accused can read and understand.

Analysis: HB 2090 would prevent a non-english speaker from signing a statement the individual might not understand. This bill promotes individual liberty. TPPA recommends voting YES on HB 2090.

Source URL (retrieved on 04/17/2024 07:04 PM): http://reports.texasaction.com/bill/83r/hb2090?print_view=true