Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
SB1804 mandates that criminal restitution for tattoo removal be paid to all victims of trafficking and prostitution, removing the previous restriction that limited this only to minors. For medical providers and removal clinics, this expands the eligible patient base for state-compensated services, but strictly caps Crime Victims’ Compensation (CVC) reimbursement at $3,000 per case.
Sen. Carol Alvarado·Senate Bill·Regular Session
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Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
Existing Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) or vendor agreements with the OAG, victim services nonprofits, or District Attorneys must be amended. Review "Scope of Services" clauses to strike references to "minors" or "children," replacing them with "victims of offenses under Ch. 20A or Subchapter A, Ch. 43."
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Common questions about SB1804
SB1804 mandates that criminal restitution for tattoo removal be paid to all victims of trafficking and prostitution, removing the previous restriction that limited this only to minors. For medical providers and removal clinics, this expands the eligible patient base for state-compensated services, but strictly caps Crime Victims’ Compensation (CVC) reimbursement at $3,000 per case.
SB1804 was authored by Texas Senator Carol Alvarado during the Regular Session.
SB1804 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025.
SB1804 is enforced by Office of the Attorney General (Crime Victims' Compensation Division) and Texas Criminal Courts.
The regulatory priority for SB1804 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of SB1804 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
SB1804 addresses topics including crime victims compensation, crimes, crimes--against persons, crimes--against persons--sexual and human trafficking.
Key dates for SB1804: Effective date is 2025-09-01. Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
SB1804 establishes the following penalties: criminal penalty of Full cost of tattoo removal (Mandatory Restitution) for Conviction under Penal Code Chapter 20A (Trafficking of Persons) or Subchapter A, Chapter 43 (Prostitution); administrative penalty of Up to $3,000 (Compensation Cap) for Maximum reimbursable amount via Crime Victims' Compensation for tattoo removal resulting from force, fraud, or coercion. Consult with legal counsel for specific applicability to your situation.
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