Relating to the prosecution of the criminal offenses of prohibited barratry and solicitation of professional employment.

SB 2175 amends Texas Penal Code sections to criminalize specific unsolicited solicitation practices by licensed professionals (like lawyers, doctors, and investigators). It prohibits actions such as contacting accident victims within 31 days of an incident, soliciting clients who are already represented by another lawyer, or using social media to promote services for personal injury cases without consent. The bill also bans paying family members to solicit clients, offering money for referrals, or contacting individuals who have requested no further communication. These changes directly affect professionals in regulated fields who engage in aggressive or improper client acquisition tactics. The law aims to prevent coercive or deceptive solicitation while expanding protections for potential clients.