House Bill No. 3330 amends Article 39.14 of the Code of Criminal Procedure to enhance the discovery process in criminal cases. Key changes include a clearer definition of "the state," which now encompasses both the attorney representing the state and any law enforcement agency involved in the case. The bill mandates that the attorney must produce relevant evidence upon receiving a specific written request from the defendant, while also allowing for the possibility of limiting discovery requests if deemed overly broad or burdensome. Additionally, the bill introduces provisions for discovery conferences and outlines the consequences for noncompliance, including the potential suppression of evidence if a party knowingly withholds required disclosures.

The bill also emphasizes the importance of documenting any information provided to the defendant and establishes a framework for addressing discovery disputes. It specifies that the rights granted to defendants do not extend to certain communications between the state attorney and their agents, and it clarifies that any inspection of documents must occur in the presence of a state representative. The changes will apply only to criminal proceedings that commence on or after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025.