The bill amends Section 22.02 of the Penal Code regarding the prosecution of aggravated assault. It introduces new definitions and classifications for offenses related to assault. Specifically, it adds the definition of "substantial bodily injury" and establishes that causing substantial bodily injury is a felony of the third degree. The bill also modifies the existing classifications of aggravated assault, where causing serious bodily injury or using a deadly weapon during the assault remains a felony of the second degree, with certain circumstances elevating it to a felony of the first degree.

Additionally, the bill clarifies the conditions under which aggravated assault can be prosecuted, including specific scenarios involving public servants, mass shootings, and reckless firearm discharge from a motor vehicle. The changes in law will only apply to offenses committed on or after the effective date of September 1, 2025, ensuring that any offenses committed prior to this date will be governed by the previous law.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Penal Code 22.02 (Penal Code 22)