The bill proposes the establishment of a pretrial intervention and diversion program specifically for defendants charged with certain nonviolent offenses in Texas. Under the new Article 32.03, eligible defendants must not have any prior convictions and must be charged with nonviolent offenses as defined by existing law. The program allows for the deferral of proceedings before trial, enabling defendants to participate in a structured intervention program designed by the attorney representing the state. The program may include community service and restitution to victims, and the court is required to dismiss charges if the defendant successfully completes the program.

Additionally, the bill amends Article 102.0121 to allow district attorneys to collect reimbursement fees for expenses related to both pretrial intervention and the newly established diversion programs. The maximum fee for participation in the diversion program is set at $1,000, while the fee for other pretrial intervention programs is capped at $500. Collected fees will be deposited into a special fund for administering these programs, with expenditures requiring approval from the commissioners court. The changes will take effect on September 1, 2025, and will only apply to offenses committed on or after that date.