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HB25-1114

Defense Review of Tangible Object for Criminal Trial

Concerning allowing the defense to review a tangible object in preparation for a criminal trial.
Session:
2025 Regular Session
Subject:
Courts & Judicial
Bill Summary

The bill grants a right for defense counsel to review a tangible object related to a criminal case at least 35 days before a trial and create confidential work product following their review. Law enforcement officers and other state officials are prohibited from recording the defense's review of the tangible object.


(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)

Status

Introduced
Under Consideration

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Sponsors

Sponsor Type Legislators
Prime Sponsor

Rep. M. Carter
Sen. J. Gonzales

Sponsor

Co-sponsor

Upcoming Schedule

Feb
5
Wednesday

Judiciary

1:30 pm  |  HCR 0107

The effective date for bills enacted without a safety clause is August 6, 2025, if the General Assembly adjourns sine die on May 7, 2025 (unless otherwise specified). Details

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