S.B. No. 1120 is designed to enhance the rights of victims, their guardians, or close relatives of deceased victims in cases involving family violence, sexual or assaultive offenses, stalking, and violations of protective orders or bond conditions. The bill introduces new definitions and expands the scope of "family violence" by specifying relevant offenses under various sections of the Penal Code. It also updates the definition of "victim" to include individuals affected by family violence and stalking, thereby broadening the protections available to those impacted by these crimes.

Additionally, the bill amends existing provisions to ensure that victims and their families are informed of their rights within the criminal justice system, including the right to receive information about evidence and the status of investigations. It establishes new rights for victims of family violence and stalking, such as the right to be notified about protective orders and the prosecution process. The bill also allows victims to designate a person or entity to receive notifications related to their case, with the stipulation that the designated recipient cannot be the individual charged with the offense. Furthermore, it amends Article 56A.501 of the Code of Criminal Procedure to remove previous definitions related to "correctional facility" and "family violence," with the new provisions applying only to offenses committed on or after September 1, 2025.