HB2644 — Relating to the amount of a fine and costs discharged by a defendant while confined in jail or engaged in labor.

HB2644 — Relating to the amount of a fine and costs discharged by a defendant while confined in jail or engaged in labor. · Informed CitizenryThe bill amends Article 43.09(a) of the Code of Criminal Procedure regarding how a defendant's fine and costs are discharged if they cannot pay them. If a defendant is convicted of a misdemeanor or…Open in Informed Citizenry