The bill, S.B. No. 1804, amends the Code of Criminal Procedure to enhance the restitution and compensation available to victims of certain offenses, specifically those related to trafficking of persons. The heading of Article 42.0372 is revised to reflect that mandatory restitution applies to victims of trafficking and related offenses. Additionally, the bill specifies that courts must order defendants convicted of these offenses to pay restitution that includes the costs of necessary rehabilitation and the removal of tattoos received by victims as a result of force, fraud, or coercion.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new provision allowing victims of trafficking to receive compensation for tattoo removal, capped at $3,000. This compensation is included in the definition of "pecuniary loss" and is aimed at addressing the psychological and social impacts of such tattoos on victims. The changes in law will apply only to offenses committed on or after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025.