HB4718 — Relating to the punishment for assault for certain persons subject to an emergency detention or commitment for mental health services.

HB4718 — Relating to the punishment for assault for certain persons subject to an emergency detention or commitment for mental health services. · Informed CitizenryThe bill amends Section 22.01 of the Penal Code by adding Subsection (b-5). This new subsection specifies that any increase in punishment provided under subsections (b)(1), (4), (5), or (9) does no…Open in Informed Citizenry