Tex. Code Crim. Proc. art. 56A.0525 · Subchapter B. CRIME VICTIMS' RIGHTS
AUTHORIZED FORM OF NOTIFICATIONS.
Text — Current through the 89th 2nd Called Legislative Session, 2025
For purposes of this subchapter, a judge, attorney representing the state, peace officer, or law enforcement agency that is required to notify, inform, or disclose information to a victim, guardian of a victim, or close relative of a deceased victim in accordance with a right granted under this subchapter shall provide the notification or information in the following manner:
(1) electronically, including by text message, videoconference, or e-mail;
(2) by mail;
(3) through an anonymous, online portal; or
(4) by contacting by telephone or otherwise making personal contact with the victim, guardian, or relative, as applicable.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Added by Acts 2023, 88th Leg., R.S., Ch. 107 (S.B. 2101), Sec. 3, eff. September 1, 2023.
Source of truth
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- Current through the 89th 2nd Called Legislative Session, 2025
- Official file
- https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/CR/htm/CR.56A.htm
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