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Reform-Minded Prosecutors From Across US Come To Houston To Discuss Their Vision
Posted on · They strive for a less punitive criminal justice system that is focused more on prevention and diversion.
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Houston Native’s Novel Reflects Own Personal Journey Of Recovery
Posted on · Alison Baumann discusses her new book, Thicker Than Blood.
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Terry Thompson Sentenced To 25 Years In Prison For John Hernandez’s Murder
Posted on · Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg says she hopes Thompson's case deters people from resorting to violence to resolve their conflicts.
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Houston Police Officer Arrested in Illegal Gambling Probe
Posted on · Four more people have received gambling and money laundering charges as part of an ongoing investigation in the Chinatown area
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Former Rice Football Player Charged for Death of Another Player
Posted on · Stuart 'Mooch' Mouchantaf is charged with selling Blain Padgett the opiod called carfentanil, said to be 10,000 times more powerful than morphine
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Man Sentenced 5 Years for Harvey Roofing Scam
Posted on · “We aren’t going to tolerate anyone preying on our community, especially in a time of crisis,” Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg said, in a statement.
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Prosecutors File First Wage Theft Case in Harris County
Posted on · A Houston resident has been charged for the post-Harvey rip off of a house painter
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Jail Reform Podcast Sheds Light on Efforts in Harris County
Posted on · The podcast 70 Million sheds lights on criminal justice reform efforts spearheaded by Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg.
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Hundreds Get Misdemeanors Resolved At Houston Event
Posted on · The program called "Make It Right!" allows those named in the warrants to get their cases addressed with no immediate financial cost and no risk of arrest.
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DA’s Office Will Offer Free Removal Of Outstanding Warrants During Weekend Event
Posted on · Kim Ogg says the ‘Make It Right!’ program is not an "amnesty" and underscores how time consuming and expensive serving Class C warrants can be
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Judge Upholds Order Temporarily Banning Bombshells On I-45 South From Selling Alcohol
Posted on · The owners asked the order was lifted and an evidence hearing is scheduled for June 29
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Judge’s Order Temporarily Bans Bombshells Restaurant On I-45 From Serving Alcohol
Posted on · Harris County DA Kim Ogg notes the establishment is linked to dozens of arrests
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Mayor Turner Announces Members Of Commission Against Gun Violence
Posted on · Law enforcement, religious leaders and the March for Our Lives movement are in the group and the Mayor expects initial recommendations before the next school year
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Harris County DA To Review Case Of Freed Death Row Inmate
Posted on · Alfred Dewayne Brown was freed in 2015 after spending a decade on death row for the 2003 slaying of Officer Charles Clark
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Harris County Treasurer Defends His Office After Employee’s Arrest
Posted on · Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg called for the independent audit after Assistant Treasurer Greg Lueb was arrested for theft