Texas 89th Legislature, Regular Session Status: Introduced

HB 4697 — Relating to a defendant's appearance by telephone or videoconference in a justice or municipal court.

Last action — No action taken in committee

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill died with 89th Legislature, Regular Session. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

Summary

Relating to a defendant's appearance by telephone or videoconference in a justice or municipal court.

Bill Text

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How this bill changes current law

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This bill amends the Texas statutes.

  • under Article 45A.258 or 45A.259

    amended

Action History

  1. No action taken in committee

  2. Scheduled for public hearing on . . .

  3. Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence

  4. Read first time

  5. Filed

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 183 not signed on

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Not signed on (183)

183 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 4697 do?
Relating to a defendant's appearance by telephone or videoconference in a justice or municipal court.
Who sponsors HB 4697?
HB 4697 is sponsored by Linda Garcia.
What is the current status of HB 4697?
This bill died with 89th Legislature, Regular Session. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HB 4697?
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