SB 1497
AN ACT relating to the search of certain wireless communications devices
Senate Bill
89th Regular Session
Jan 14, 2025 - Jun 2, 2025 • Session ended
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Bill filed, pending referral to Senate committee
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Fiscal Note
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What This Bill Does
relating to the search of certain wireless communications devices
Bill Text
relating to the search of certain wireless communications devices BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF TEXAS: SECTION 1. Article 18.0215(a), Code of Criminal Procedure, (a) A peace officer may not search a person's cellular telephone or other wireless communications device, pursuant to a lawful arrest of the person without obtaining a warrant under this article. A wireless communications device does not include a skimmer as defined by Section 607.001, Business & Commerce Code. SECTION 2. This Act takes effect September 1, 2025.
Bill History
filed
Bill filed: AN ACT relating to the search of certain wireless communications devices
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