The bill, S.B. No. 1208, proposes an increase in the criminal penalty for the offense of interference with public duties by amending Section 38.15(b) of the Penal Code. The amendment changes the classification of the offense from a Class B misdemeanor to a state jail felony, thereby imposing a more severe penalty for individuals convicted of this crime.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that the changes will only apply to offenses committed on or after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025. Offenses that occur before this date will be governed by the previous law, ensuring that individuals are prosecuted under the legal framework in place at the time of their offense.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Penal Code 38.15 (Penal Code 38)