Relating to creating the criminal offense of prosecutorial misconduct.

HB 2539 creates a new criminal offense for prosecutors who intentionally withhold or destroy evidence that leads to the wrongful conviction of an innocent person. It specifically targets prosecuting attorneys who fail to disclose required evidence under state law or obstruct exoneration when they know a defendant is innocent. Violations are classified as second-degree felonies, punishable by up to 20 years in prison. The law takes effect September 1, 2025, and applies directly to Texas prosecutors in criminal cases.