Texas Code of Criminal Procedure

§ 56A.0525 — AUTHORIZED FORM OF NOTIFICATIONS

CR § 56A.0525Title 1. CODE OF CRIMINAL PROCEDURE · Ch. 56A. RIGHTS OF CRIME VICTIMS · Art. B. CRIME VICTIMS' RIGHTS

Statute text

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.

Legislative history

Added by Acts 2023, 88th Leg., R.S., Ch. 107 (S.B. 2101), Sec. 3, eff. September 1, 2023.