The approval also comes as the Harris County Jail has continuously remained out of compliance with the state's minimum jail standards this year.

The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office has chosen how it will comply with a new state law that requires cooperation with federal immigration authorities in larger Texas counties. Senate Bill 8, which was signed into law earlier this year,

The new short film Criminal highlights the injustices of the criminal legal system with a look at how for-profit bail preys on the poor and mentally ill. We’re joined by three contributors to the film,

The Commission oversees all county and privately run municipal jails across Texas, helping local governments maintain safe, secure, and appropriate jail facilities by offering regulatory support and guidance.

HOUSTON — This November, Texas voters will decide on 17 proposed amendments to the state constitution. One of the most debated measures is Proposition 3, which could give judges more authority to deny bail to people accused of serious violent crimes.

The average number of people stuck in jail waiting for a state hospital bed in Texas has fallen, but could be plateauing, according to a state hospital expert, state data and a recent

Last week, crews with Texas DPS, the Texas State Guard and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice began working to clean camps and arrest repeat felony offenders.

The Johnson County Sheriff's Office arrested Janette Goering Tuesday on a state charge of aiding in the commission of a July 4 shooting at the Prairieland Detention Center in Alvarado, Texas.

Arthur Morris Jr. is being held at the T.L. Roach Jr. Unit in Childress and will be returned to Tarrant County for his arraignment