The bill amends Article 26.011 of the Code of Criminal Procedure to streamline the process of waiving a defendant's arraignment. It allows an attorney representing a defendant to present a waiver of arraignment without requiring the defendant's presence in court. Additionally, the bill specifies that an attorney may sign the waiver on the defendant's behalf, thereby simplifying the legal proceedings for defendants who may not be able to attend.

This legislation is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, and aims to enhance the efficiency of the judicial process by reducing the necessity for defendants to be physically present for arraignment waivers, which can alleviate potential delays in court proceedings.