Caught on Camera: New Braunfels Police Officer Arrested for Theft, But What Happened Next?
A New Braunfels police officer, Isaac Nolasco, was arrested by his own department on October 26, 2024, and booked into the Comal County Jail on a Burglary of a Vehicle warrant out of Tarrant County. The charge stemmed from an incident in Arlington, TX, where Nolasco was accused of stealing a woman’s purse from her […]
Hays County Judge Becerra’s Own Signature Disproves His Claims About City Lease
Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra deleted social media posts after an open records request regarding his lease agreement with the City of San Marcos. Public records contradict his claims about property ownership and transparency. This investigation uncovers the discrepancies, past financial issues, and unanswered questions about his dealings with the city. #HaysCounty #SanMarcos #RubenBecerra #GovernmentTransparency
“Are You F—ing Stupid?” SAPD Officer Suspended Over DWI Arrest Incident
A San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) officer has been suspended without pay for three days after failing to follow department procedures during the June 13, 2024, arrest of a fellow officer on a Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) charge. Officer Kristina O. Cobarrubias, a four-year veteran of the SAPD, agreed to the disciplinary action following an […]
Texas Follows Federal Lead in Banning DEI Policies Across Government Agencies
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has issued Executive Order GA-55, directing all state agencies to eliminate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies that use race, ethnicity, or other protected characteristics as a factor in decision-making. The executive order follows a similar federal directive issued by President Donald Trump on January 21, 2025, titled “Ending Illegal Discrimination […]
Federal Handgun Sales Ban for Young Adults Ruled Unconstitutional by Fifth Circuit
The United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit has ruled that federal laws prohibiting licensed firearms dealers from selling handguns to adults under 21 violate the Second Amendment. The ruling, issued on January 30, 2025, in Caleb Reese et al. v. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, overturns a district court decision […]
Comal County Facebook Group at Center of Defamation Lawsuit
Jessie Rahe has filed a defamation lawsuit in the District Court of Comal County, Texas, against Scott Moon and a group of unnamed individuals (John Does 1-10) over statements made in a Facebook group. Rahe alleges that Moon falsely claimed she used a sexual harassment complaint to obtain her position as Comal County Auditor. She […]
Who Oversees Off-Duty Deputies? Fayette County’s Security Contracts Spark Legal Review
On January 27, 2025, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued Opinion No. KP-0479, addressing questions raised by Fayette County Auditor Cindy Havelka about the legal authority of the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) to enter into contracts for off-duty security work. The opinion was requested following concerns that the Sheriff’s Office had engaged in contracts […]
Are QR Code Citations Legal? Texas Attorney General Weighs In
On July 25, 2024, Texas State Senator Donna Campbell, Chair of the Senate Committee on Nominations, submitted a formal request for an Attorney General opinion regarding the use of QR codes on traffic violation cards to satisfy specific legal requirements under the Texas Transportation Code, Sections 543.003 and 543.004. The request, formally designated as RQ-0552-KP, […]
TCOLE 2024: 772 Arrest Notifications, 215 Reprimands, and Compliance Failures Explained
In 2024, the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) processed 772 arrest notifications involving licensed peace officers, jailers, and telecommunicators across Texas. These notifications, known as E-1 reports, are a cornerstone of TCOLE’s system for monitoring misconduct and maintaining accountability in law enforcement. They provide critical data on arrests, charges, and disciplinary actions within the […]
Kyle PD: Unlawful Search Leads to Injuries, Declined Charges
The Kyle Police Department is under scrutiny after Police Chief Dr. Jeffery Blake Barnett approved a one-day suspension for Field Training Officer (FTO) Jacob Paz following a traffic stop that involved an unlawful search, improper Taser deployment, and injuries to the suspect. Alejandro Castillo-Ruelas, the driver, was arrested and charged despite findings by investigators and […]