Bill
HB 3872
85(R) - 2017
House Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate Criminal Justice
House Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate Criminal Justice
Criminal Procedure
Vote Recommendation
Yes
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Neutral
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Neutral
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Neutral
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Neutral
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Positive
Author(s)
Eddie Lucio III
Sponsor(s)
Jose Menendez
Bill Caption
Relating to a motion for forensic DNA testing of certain evidence previously subjected to faulty testing.
Fiscal Notes
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
Bill Analysis
This bill would modify the code of criminal procedure to allow certain individuals who have been convicted of a crime to apply for a writ of habeas corpus. If DNA test results from a laboratory that has since been deemed to engage in faulty testing practices was presented as evidence in a convicted person’s trial, they may be granted relief if this bill passes.
Vote Recommendation Notes
Our system of justice must protect against wrongful conviction. This bill helps in that pursuit and in so doing upholds our commitment to individual liberty.
Organizations Supporting
Texas Public Policy Foundation