Digest: The Act changes how prior convictions may be used. (Flesch Readability Score: 75.5). Modifies when a prior conviction is admissible to impeach the character of a witness. [Limits prior convictions that may be used to calculate the criminal history of a defendant for the purposes of sentencing.].

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 40.355
A-Engrossed: 40.355