Tex.
Gov't Code Section 411.0201
Reproduction of Records
(a)
Except as provided by Subsection (b), the department may photograph, microphotograph, or film any record in connection with the issuance of a driver’s license or commercial driver’s license and any record of any division of the department.(b)
None of the following may be photographed or filmed to dispose of the original record:(1)
an original fingerprint card;(2)
any evidence submitted in connection with a criminal case; or(3)
a confession or statement made by the defendant in a criminal case.(c)
The department may create original records in micrographic form on media, such as computer output microfilm.(d)
A photograph, microphotograph, or film of a record reproduced under Subsection (a) is equivalent to the original record for all purposes, including introduction as evidence in all courts and administrative agency proceedings. A certified or authenticated copy of such a photograph, microphotograph, or film is admissible as evidence equally with the original photograph, microphotograph, or film.(e)
The director or an authorized representative may certify the authenticity of a photograph, microphotograph, or film of a record reproduced under this section and shall charge a fee for the certified photograph, microphotograph, or film as provided by law.(f)
Certified records shall be furnished to any person who is authorized by law to receive them.
Source:
Section 411.0201 — Reproduction of Records, https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.411.htm#411.0201
(accessed Jun. 5, 2024).