Travis County to Reject Marijuana Prosecutions

Officers can't legally determine what is weed and what is hemp

"...UPDATED: Travis County prosecutors will now reject Possession of Marijuana cases filed..."

July 3, 2019 News Post by Kevin Curtin

In Search of Greater Justice With a Travis County Public Defender’s Office

Taking steps toward a much improved, more equitable local criminal justice system

"...On May 9, Travis County took its next step toward what may be a..."

May 24, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

Travis County Revisits Creating Public Defenders’ Office

Legal panel ponders questions pondered many times before

"...night’s “conversation” about the possibility of creating a Travis County Public Defenders’ Office, the myriad stakeholders still want to..."

April 16, 2019 News Post by Michael King

Cop Who Killed Mike Ramos Wants Trial Moved to Deep-Red County

Supporters: judge’s ex-husband, Alex Jones-connected attorney

"...It’s no surprise that APD Officer Christopher Taylor’s attorneys want his murder trial moved out of progressive Travis..."

July 28, 2023 News Post by Maggie Q. Thompson

Defense Attorneys Tell County Judges to Close Jail Reduction Docket

Demand letter threatens legal action over plea docket

"...Two defense attorneys have sent a demand letter to six Travis County..."

Feb. 12, 2018 News Post by Chase Hoffberger

No Virus, But Few Tests for County Inmates

As COVID-19 outbreaks behind bars happen across the country, closer scrutiny at Travis County jail protocols

"...A group of local attorneys is urging the sheriff to test all inmates and..."

May 29, 2020 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Williamson County Injustice

Morton attorneys call for court of inquiry

"...criminal justice system was on display in the Williamson County case of Michael Morton, Judge Sid Harle told Morton..."

Dec. 21, 2011 News Post by Jordan Smith

Linebarger, Oden Still Pushing for County Tax Business

But county officials say collections are very efficient

"...against East Austin homeowners? Two separate analyses of the county's pursuit of delinquent taxpayers turned up two different answers..."

Aug. 5, 2005 News Feature by Amy Smith

Linebarger to County: Have We Got a Deal for You

Travis County officials spark a feud over the prospect of privatizing the county's delinquent tax collection duties

"...Travis County officials have touched off a bristling political feud over..."

April 29, 2005 News Feature by Amy Smith

Former County Judge Rails Against Delia Garza

What is Bill Aleshire's problem with the county attorney candidate?

"...is continuing to pursue his campaign against the Travis County attorney candidacy of Austin Mayor Pro Tem Delia Garza,..."

Jan. 10, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

County Courts-at-Law Nos. 3 & 5: Now We’ve Got Bad Blood

Defense attorneys eye Hohengarten, Lipscombe on county benches

"...There are seven criminal judges at the county level – handling class A and B misdemeanors. Three..."

Feb. 16, 2018 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

County Rushes to Get Mental Health Diversion Center and Lawyers at Bail Hearings

Commissioners say both are top priorities

"...After a years-long ideation process, plans are finally firming..."

April 16, 2024 News Post by Lina Fisher

ACLU Sues Demanding Attorneys Be Present at Initial Bail Hearings

Travis County blocks defenders; ACLU says that's unconstitutional

"...If you’re arrested in Travis County, you’ll soon find yourself before a judge. In that..."

April 11, 2024 News Post by Maggie Q. Thompson

Here’s Why Travis County D.A. José Garza Seeking Reelection Matters

He’s a leader in the growing progressive prosecutor movement

"...that he would seek a second term as Travis County District Attorney, the top criminal prosecutor in the county...."

Aug. 8, 2023 News Post by Austin Sanders

Judge in One of the County’s Busiest Courts to Be Appointed This Month

Nick Chu will move to the county’s new probate court

"...In Travis County, the Justice of the Peace for Precinct 5 runs..."

Sept. 6, 2023 News Post by Maggie Q. Thompson

Rodney Reed's Attorneys Seek Retrial

Forensic experts believe Stacey Stites died before midnight

"...Attorneys for Rodney Reed filed a brief in a Bastrop..."

Feb. 12, 2015 News Post by Chase Hoffberger

Travis County’s Criminal Court Judges Skeptical of APD’s New Plan for Bail Hearings

Judges sent a letter to the city with their concerns

"...When Travis County’s criminal court judges caught wind of an experimental system..."

Dec. 19, 2023 News Post by Austin Sanders

Travis County District Judge Allows Austin’s Dine-in Limitations

Update: Texas Supreme Court blocks local dine-in orders

"...decision last night (Jan. 1), just hours before Austin-Travis County limitation’s on dine-in food and beverage services were set..."

Dec. 31, 2020 News Post by Beth Sullivan

Chronicle Endorsements: Travis County

Endorsements for district attorney, county sheriff, judges, constables, and more

"...It's been 143 years since Travis County elected a Republican into this office. Odds are, with..."

Oct. 21, 2016 News Feature

News Orgs Sue Caldwell County Over Secret Criminal Proceedings

Bail-setting hearings ought to be public, they say

"...Mano Amiga and the Caldwell/Hays Examiner in suing Caldwell County (county seat: Lockhart) for refusing to allow members of..."

Aug. 9, 2023 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Head of Travis County Juvenile Justice System to Step Down

Retirement follows diversity concerns

"...months of concern about equity and transparency in the county’s juvenile justice system, the boss of the system is..."

Oct. 3, 2023 News Post by Brant Bingamon

COVID-19 Finally Arrives at Travis County Jail

Outbreak is "small," but inmates and advocates are angry

"...The Travis County jail is four weeks into a COVID-19 outbreak that..."

Feb. 11, 2021 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Travis County Primary Candidates Jockey to Champion Criminal Justice Change

A closer look at the heated District Attorney, County Attorney, and County Court at Law races

"...Ask Travis County Democratic primary candidates and voters what they mean when..."

Feb. 7, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

Long Lines and Close Races Defined Super Tuesday in Travis County

The votes are in!

"...The March 3 primaries in Travis County and throughout Texas did not deliver too many shocking..."

March 6, 2020 News Feature by the News Staff

Assistant County Attorney Joins Race to Fill David Escamilla's Post

Laurie Eiserloh is the second candidate to officially enter hunt for Travis County Attorney

"...race for the Democratic nomination to succeed retiring Travis County Attorney David Escamilla. Tuesday afternoon, before about 50 people..."

Sept. 13, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

Travis County Celebrates Marriage Equality

Clerk issues 313 marriage licenses by close of business

"...the Chronicle while awaiting her license at the Travis County Clerk’s office. “It’s nice to know that in the..."

June 26, 2015 News Post by Mary Tuma

Family Law Attorneys Say Keller Is Innocent

Veteran practitioners support Fran Keller's bid for freedom

"...A group of influential local family law attorneys, psychologists, and social workers have filed a court brief..."

Feb. 20, 2013 News Post by Jordan Smith

County Party Chairs

Thumbnail sketches of the county chair candidates

"...The Chronicle does not endorse in the races for county party chairs, as we consider those races to be..."

Feb. 26, 2008 News Post by Lee Nichols

City and County Approve One Year Extension for Central Booking Agreement

Virtual hearings could cost county later

"...The city of Austin and Travis County have shared custody of the Downtown Central Booking facility..."

Feb. 19, 2024 News Post by Lina Fisher

Advocates Call on City, County to Protect Most Vulnerable During COVID-19 Outbreak

Education, health, housing, justice addressed by list of demands

"...justice and advocacy organizations are calling on city and county leaders to step up and help those most marginalized..."

March 16, 2020 News Post by Mary Tuma

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