Bill

SB 1958

84(R) - 2015
Senate Criminal Justice
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Senate Criminal Justice
Criminal Procedure
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Vote Recommendation

Neutral
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Author(s)

Juan "Chuy" Hinojosa

Bill Caption

Relating to the election of certain county bail bond board members.

Fiscal Notes

No significant fiscal implication to the State or units of local government is anticipated.

Bill Analysis

SB 1958 would amend the chapter entitled “Regulation of Bail Bond Sureties” within the Occupations Code to reflect changes to the election of bail bond board to include a representative of the criminal defense attorneys. Criminal attorneys would also now be allowed to vote for this representative.

Vote Recommendation Notes

SB 1958 has no direct impact on our liberty principles, therefore we remain neutral.