Tamper With Electronic Monitoring Device
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⚖️ Texas Law — Charge Details
2–10 years in prison + up to $10,000 fine
Tampering with an Electronic Monitoring Device under Texas Penal Code § 38.112 is a Third-Degree Felony punishable by 2 to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000. The statute makes it a crime to knowingly remove, alter, damage, circumvent, or otherwise tamper with an electronic monitoring device that a court, parole authority, or pretrial services agency has ordered the person to wear. In Travis County this charge almost always arises when someone on pretrial bond conditions or community supervision removes or defeats their GPS ankle monitor. In addition to the new felony charge, the tampering typically triggers immediate bond revocation or a parole violation warrant.
⚡ Potential Penalty Enhancements
| If this condition applies… | Charge escalates to | Statute |
|---|---|---|
| Defendant was on pretrial release / bond conditions | Automatic bond revocation and immediate re-arrest | CCP Art. 17.09 |
| Defendant was on parole or mandatory supervision | Separate violation under Gov. Code § 508.254; parole revocation proceedings | Gov. Code § 508.254 |
| Habitual felony offender (2 prior felony convictions) | Enhanced to 25-year to life range | § 12.42(d) |
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