The issue of bail bonds reform has become red meat for Gov. Greg Abbott, who’s been on social media using issues in the system to criticize judges in Harris County, Texas’ most populous county. The ...
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a motion in August to vacate the ODonnell Consent Decree, a first-of-its-kind bail ...
New Texas constitutional amendment expands bail denial for murder, assault, and trafficking charges. Judges must now provide written justification when granting bail.
AUSTIN, Texas — During an emotional hearing on Wednesday, the Texas Senate Committee on Criminal Justice voted to send four bills aimed at reforming the state's bail bond system to the full chamber.
The Texas House on Monday advanced a sweeping package to crack down on bail laws, setting a longtime priority of Gov. Greg Abbott’s — to keep more dangerous people accused of violent crimes behind ...
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Texas Senate votes in favor of proposals to deny bail to certain accused violent criminals
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AUSTIN — Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said Wednesday he believes he has a commitment from the House to pass a bail reform package this session but warned he’s willing to play “hardball” and force special ...
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