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Lawyers continue to push for equitable bail for felony defendants in Harris County

Lucio Vasquez

Posted on December 12, 2022 · A 2019 lawsuit alleges Harris County's "wealth-based felony pretrial detention system" fails to provide "clear and convincing evidence" to justify the pretrial detention of low-income defendants.

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Harris County deputies severely injured a man during an arrest, federal lawsuit says

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Posted on March 23, 2023 · The federal lawsuit claims the two off-duty deputies used excessive force when arresting a man outside of a restaurant in March 2021.

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County officials approve new positions, longevity pay at Harris County Jail to increase staff retention

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Posted on March 16, 2023 · Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said about one-third of detention officers at the Harris County Jail leave the job every year due to low hourly pay and burnout.

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Harris County Commissioners approve “holistic” public safety package

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Posted on March 16, 2023 · The package will focus on improving public safety and justice by identifying elements of the court system that need additional resources. 

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Lawmakers want to change Texas constitution to tighten bail restrictions

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Posted on March 8, 2023 · This November, Texas voters could decide whether judges can deny bail for certain violent and sexual offenders.

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