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Relating to the disclosure in a criminal case of certain criminal history record information.
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
HB 842 would make the state attorney’s timely disclosure to the defendant of criminal history record information in its original format fulfill the state’s notice requirements in introducing evidence relating to a witness’ criminal history. The disclosure would have to include a copy of the section of code detailing criminal penalties for unauthorized uses of such information. The bill would allow an attorney representing the state in a criminal case to "disclose to the defendant or the attorney representing the defendant criminal history record information that relates to the defendant or a potential witness in the case and that is obtained from the department or the Federal Bureau of Investigation."
Texas Action is neutral on HB 842 which is procedural in nature relating discovery and the introduction of evidence in certain criminal trials and does not appear to affect our liberty principles.
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