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What’s Up with All Those New Cameras in Ft. Worth?

Have you noticed any of the new cameras going up around Fort Worth? They are part of an effort by…

7 years ago

Laws that Went into Effect This Month in Texas

As of the beginning of September, there are some Texas laws that have gone into effect (more than 670, in…

7 years ago

Does Every Crime Have a Statute of Limitations in Texas?

A statute of limitations is a window of time that a person is allowed to take legal action on a…

7 years ago

Harris County Police Conduct Potentially Illegal Cavity Search

Two years ago, a 21-year-old college student with no criminal record was pulled over by Harris County Police (Houston). What…

7 years ago

“Police Protection Act” to Take Effect Soon

What is the Police Protection Act, going into effect on September 1? On June 6, 2017, Gov. Greg Abbott signed…

7 years ago

How Are State Governments Reforming Criminal Justice?

The goal of criminal justice reform is to reduce the numbers of Americans who are kept away from society and…

7 years ago

Do I Have to Consent to a Search of My Vehicle in Texas?

In late July, two men in Texas were arrested after police discovered 56 pounds of marijuana and 38 pounds of…

7 years ago

How Social Media Can Land You in Jail

Social media is a powerful tool, and not just for sharing photos of food. Police (and prosecutors) are increasingly using…

7 years ago

Heat-Related Illnesses in Texas Prisons a Huge Problem

Are inmates in danger of heat-related illnesses in Texas? The answer is an overwhelming yes. U.S. District Judge Keith Ellison…

7 years ago

Will a New Law Keep You Out of Jail for Failure to Pay Court-Ordered Fees?

The Texas state legislature is taking steps to curtail the practice of jailing those who can’t pay court-ordered bills. Once…

7 years ago

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