Politics
Case Challenging Constitutionality Of Harris County Bail System Goes To U.S. Fifth Circuit
Posted on · A lower court judge ruled earlier this year that the county’s bail system discriminates against poor defendants.
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Election 2016
Obama Administration Sending Election Monitors To 3 Texas Counties
Posted on · The U.S. Department of Justice announced it would be placing election monitors in Harris, Dallas and Waller counties for the general election.
News
How Did a Rape Victim End Up Jailed — And How Can It Be Prevented
Posted on · Last December , a rape victim was housed for nearly a month at the Harris County Jail in order to ensure she would testify against a serial rapist who assaulted her. The prosecutor concluded it was the only viable option after she suffered a mental breakdown on the witness stand and said […]