Tex. Code Crim. Proc. art. 38.435

Current with legislation from the 2023 Regular and Special Sessions signed by the Governor as of November 21, 2023.

Section 38.435 - Prohibited Use Of Evidence From Forensic Medical Examination Performed On Victim Of Sexual Assault

Evidence collected during a forensic medical examination conducted under Subchapter G, Chapter 56A, may not be used to investigate or prosecute a misdemeanor offense, or an offense under Subchapter D, Chapter 481, Health and Safety Code, alleged to have been committed by the victim from whom the evidence was collected.

Tex. Code Crim. Proc. § 38.435

Amended by Acts 2023, Texas Acts of the 88th Leg.- Regular Session, ch. 206,Sec. 1, eff. 9/1/2023.

Amended by Acts 2021, Texas Acts of the 87th Leg. - Regular Session, ch. 822,Sec. 1, eff. 9/1/2021.