H.B. No. 3463 amends Section 31.04 of the Penal Code to clarify the requirements for providing notice in cases of theft of service. The bill introduces a new Subsection (b-1), which specifies that notice must be in writing and can be sent via registered or certified mail, commercial delivery service, e-mail, or text message. Additionally, it outlines that the notice should be sent to the actor's contact information as indicated in the rental or service agreement, or based on records from the service provider or bank. Subsections (c) and (d) are also amended to align with these new requirements, establishing presumptions regarding the receipt of notice based on the method of delivery.

The bill stipulates that the changes will only apply to offenses committed on or after its effective date of September 1, 2025, ensuring that any offenses occurring prior to this date will be governed by the law in effect at that time. This transition provision allows for a clear distinction between the old and new legal standards regarding the prosecution of theft of service.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Penal Code 31.04 (Penal Code 31)
House Committee Report: Penal Code 31.04 (Penal Code 31)
Engrossed: Penal Code 31.04 (Penal Code 31)
Senate Committee Report: Penal Code 31.04 (Penal Code 31)
Enrolled: Penal Code 31.04 (Penal Code 31)