S.B. No. 1208 proposes an amendment to the Penal Code regarding the offense of interference with public duties. The bill seeks to increase the criminal penalty for this offense from a Class B misdemeanor to a state jail felony. This change aims to enhance the legal consequences for individuals who interfere with public duties, thereby reinforcing the importance of maintaining order and respect for public officials.

The bill specifies that the new penalty will apply only to offenses committed on or after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025. Offenses occurring before this date will continue to be governed by the existing law, ensuring that individuals are not retroactively penalized under the new classification.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Penal Code 38.15 (Penal Code 38)
Senate Committee Report: Penal Code 38.15 (Penal Code 38)
Engrossed: Penal Code 38.15 (Penal Code 38)
House Committee Report: Penal Code 38.15 (Penal Code 38)