Texas Court Overturns Constable’s Tampering Conviction
The Texas Eighth District Court of Appeals acquitted former Constable Michelle Barrientes of evidence tampering and fabrication, citing insufficient evidence and outlining rigorous legal standards in such cases.
Texas Attorney General Clarifies Open Meetings Act Rules on Executive Session Notices
The Texas Attorney General’s recent opinion clarifies that vague agenda language doesn’t meet TOMA standards and permits closed discussions on hiring legal counsel focused solely on legal advice.
Former Teacher Sues Texas Officials for Malicious Prosecution
David Schachter, a teacher, is suing several Texas officials for wrongful arrest and malicious prosecution, claiming a conspiracy ruined his career and mental health.
NISD K9 Unit Incident: Dog Bite at Health Careers High School
A routine narcotics search by NISD police led to K9 Gini biting a student, resulting in an investigation and proposed suspension for Officer Samantha Avery due to negligence.
Texas Supreme Court Rules on Handgun Ban at State Fair
In Texas, gun-toting folks face a dilemma at the State Fair: to carry or not to carry? Turns out, it’s a legal merry-go-round!
Corpus Christi Traffic Stop: Brothers Accused of Smirking
The Fifth Circuit partially reversed a lower court’s ruling, affirming the brothers’ unlawful traffic stop claim while granting qualified immunity to officers regarding the search and impoundment.
Scrutiny Surrounds Hays County Sheriff Candidate Alexander Villalobos
Alexander Villalobos, a Hays County Sheriff candidate, faces scrutiny over questionable business dealings, a 2022 law enforcement application rejection, and controversial behavior in a 2024 video.
Election Fraud Allegations in Comal County
Two men, charged with election fraud in Comal County related to a 2022 bond election, contest charges based on a controversial interpretation of Texas election law.
Travis County Sues AG Paxton Over Voter Registration Obstruction
On September 17, 2024, Travis County officials sued Texas AG Ken Paxton, alleging he obstructed voter registration efforts required by federal law, violating the National Voter Registration Act.
City of Kirby Faces Another Lawsuit Over Trespass Warnings
The City of Kirby faces legal controversy as residents accuse officials of retaliation and civil rights violations through misuse of trespass warnings, sparking growing scrutiny.