Criminal Procedure - Immigration Arrest - Immunity in Connection With Court Proceeding

Summary

The bill makes anyone who is attending a court hearing—whether as a party, witness, family member, or household member—immune from immigration detention while traveling to, staying at, or leaving the courthouse, unless a valid warrant exists. It also criminalizes anyone who carries out such an arrest, with misdemeanor penalties for ordinary violations and felony penalties if serious injury occurs. The law lets affected people sue for relief and attorney fees, while still allowing officers to act for public safety inside courthouses.

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Hearings

• Judiciary — Bill Hearing
  Judiciary · Feb 25, 2026

History

1. Feb 16, 2026Hearing canceled
2. Feb 16, 2026Hearing 2/25 at 1:00 p.m.
3. Jan 29, 2026Hearing 2/18 at 1:00 p.m.
4. Jan 27, 2026First Reading Judiciary

Sponsors

• Rosenberg · sponsor

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