TexasRelating to an affirmative defense to prosecution for certain victims of trafficking of persons or compelling prostitution.
What it does
Creates an affirmative defense in the Texas Penal Code for people charged with certain prostitution-related offenses if they were victims of human trafficking or compelling prostitution caused by force, fraud, or coercion.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2025
- Aug 20Referred to Criminal JurisprudenceLatest
- Aug 20Read first timeMinor
- Aug 18FiledIntroduced
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