H.B. No. 3111 amends Article 18.0215(a) of the Code of Criminal Procedure to establish that a peace officer cannot search a person's cellular telephone or other wireless communications device without a warrant, even if the person is lawfully arrested. The bill specifies that the term "wireless communications device" does not include a "skimmer," which is defined in Section 607.001 of the Business & Commerce Code.

The bill aims to enhance the privacy rights of individuals by ensuring that searches of wireless communication devices are conducted only with proper legal authorization. If enacted, this law will take effect on September 1, 2025.