Texas § GV.411.081 - APPLICATION OF SUBCHAPTER
Full text of Texas The Texas Constitution § GV.411.081 — APPLICATION OF SUBCHAPTER, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ GV.411.081. APPLICATION OF SUBCHAPTER
APPLICATION OF SUBCHAPTER. (a) This subchapter does not apply to criminal history record information that is contained in: (1) posters, announcements, or lists for identifying or apprehending fugitives or wanted persons; (2) original records of entry, including police blotters maintained by a criminal justice agency that are compiled chronologically and required by law or long-standing practice to be available to the public; (3) public judicial, administrative, or legislative proceedings; (4) court records of public judicial proceedings; (5) published judicial or administrative opinions; or (6) announcements of executive clemency. (b) This subchapter does not prohibit a criminal justice agency from disclosing to the public criminal history record information that is related to the offense for which a person is involved in the criminal justice system. (c) This subchapter does not prohibit a criminal justice agency from confirming previous criminal history record information to any person on specific inquiry about whether a named person was arrested, detained, indicted, or formally charged on a specified date, if the information disclosed is based on data excluded by Subsection (b). Added by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 790, Sec. 35, eff. Sept. 1, 1993. Amended by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1236, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 2003. Amended by: Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 177 (H.B. 413 ), Sec. 3, eff. September 1, 2005. Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 1309 (H.B. 3093 ), Sec. 3, eff. September 1, 2005. Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 889 (H.B. 2426 ), Sec. 54, eff. September 1, 2007. Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 921 (H.B. 3167 ), Sec. 6.061, eff. September 1, 2007. Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1017 (H.B. 1303 ), Sec. 5, eff. September 1, 2007. Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1017 (H.B. 1303 ), Sec. 6, eff. September 1, 2007. Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1017 (H.B. 1303 ), Sec. 11, eff. September 1, 2007. Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1372 (S.B. 9 ), Sec. 16, eff. June 15, 2007. Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 183 (H.B. 1830 ), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2009. Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 780 (S.B. 1056 ), Sec. 1, eff. June 19, 2009. Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 816 (S.B. 1599 ), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2009. Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1027 (H.B. 4343 ), Sec. 1, eff. June 19, 2009. Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 91 (S.B. 1303 ), Sec. 11.005, eff. September 1, 2011. Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 455 (S.B. 1667 ), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2011. Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 731 (H.B. 961 ), Sec. 12, eff. June 17, 2011. Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1182 (H.B. 3453 ), Sec. 12, eff. September 1, 2011. Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 42 (S.B. 966 ), Sec. 2.23, eff. September 1, 2014. Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 96 (S.B. 743 ), Sec. 6, eff. September 1, 2013. Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 266 (H.B. 729 ), Sec. 4, eff. June 14, 2013. Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 583 (S.B. 869 ), Sec. 32, eff. June 14, 2013. Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1146 (S.B. 107 ), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2013. Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1279 (S.B. 1902 ), Sec. 20, eff. September 1, 2015.
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas § GV.411.081
What does The Texas Constitution § GV.411.081 cover?
Section GV.411.081 ("APPLICATION OF SUBCHAPTER") is part of the The Texas Constitution, the codified statutory law of Texas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Texas § GV.411.081?
A common citation format is "The Texas Constitution § GV.411.081" (Texas). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Texas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Texas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Texas attorney.
How does Texas § GV.411.081 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Texas can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Texas.