Bill: SB 715, 84(R) - 2015
Committee
Senate Criminal Justice
Vote Recommendation
| Vote Recommendation |
Economic Freedom |
Property Rights |
Personal Responsibility |
Limited Government |
Individual Liberty |
| Yes |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Positive |
Neutral |
Author(s)
Bob Hall
Bill Caption
Relating to sworn statements and other documentation provided to support the issuance of a search warrant.
Fiscal Notes
No significant fiscal implication to the State or units of local government is anticipated.
Bill Analysis
SB 715 would allow a sworn statement by telephone or any means of electronic communication to be used by the magistrate to decide whether a search warrant should be issued.
Vote Recommendation Notes
SB 715 would increase the efficiency of obtaining information needed to obtain a search warrant. An increase of efficiency is within the purview of our limited government principle. We support this bill for preserving limited government.
Organizations Supporting
Texas Public Policy Foundation
