Relating to design and use of a model criminal citation and an addendum to the citation.
What changed between versions
The agency responsible for designing and distributing the model citation changed from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement to the Office of Court Administration of the Texas Judicial System.
A new requirement was added to create and distribute a separate 'addendum to the citation' document containing additional information about court resources, payment options, and other assistance.
New requirements were added for user testing led by citation experts before adopting the model design, in addition to public comment periods.
The list of stakeholders to consult during design was expanded to include a behavioral science professional, the Department of Public Safety, the Sheriffs' Association of Texas, and the Texas Police Chiefs Association.
A new provision was added allowing agencies to continue using existing citation books until they are exhausted, even after the new requirements take effect.
Implementation deadlines were extended: the Office must design the model citation by December 31, 2026 (instead of 2025), and agencies must adopt it by September 1, 2027 (instead of 2026).
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