Criminal Justice
Harris County’s misdemeanor bail reforms are working, a new report finds
Posted on · Despite concerns about violent crime, low-level offenses – including repeat offenses – are down compared to six years ago.
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Criminal Justice
Bail Reform Bill Could Impose Legal, Fiscal Costs On Harris County
Posted on · House Bill 20, which would tighten the state’s bail requirements, will come up for a vote on the Texas House floor on Monday.
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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.