Point Austin: Trials of Our Would-Be Rulers Highlight the Limits of American Justice

In Trump and Paxton trials, the rules don’t apply

"...years of thinly motivated delays in the pursuit of felony security fraud charges against Paxton, prosecutors recently agreed to..."

April 19, 2024 News Post by Michael King

The Exquisite Torments of Ken Paxton

Why is everybody so mean to the Texas Attorney General?

"...the House (four more, concerning his still-pending indictments for felony securities fraud, were dismissed without consideration). In a statement..."

Sept. 18, 2023 News Post by Michael King

What’s a Grand Jury, and Is It Being Manipulated to Indict Police Officers?

More cops are being indicted, but why all the secrecy?

"...of aggravated assault by a public servant, a first-degree felony punishable by five years to life in prison. He..."

June 24, 2022 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Council Unanimously Votes to End Low-Level Pot Enforcement

Manley responds: "APD will still enforce marijuana laws"

"...testing “for use in the investigation of high priority felony-level cannabis-related trafficking offenses.” Although “high priority” is not a..."

Jan. 24, 2020 News Post by Austin Sanders

An End to Pot Prosecutions?

Council considers resolution to effectively decriminalize low-level possession

"...or more with the intent to sell is a felony – which would still warrant arrest and lab testing..."

Jan. 24, 2020 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Possession of Small Amounts of Marijuana Effectively Decriminalized in Travis County

Texas decriminalizes “hemp,” chaos ensues

"...County District Attorney has announced the dismissal of 32 felony cases related to possession or delivery of marijuana. County..."

July 12, 2019 News Feature by Kevin Curtin

Commissioners Ponder D.A. / C.A. Merger

Court punts Lege agenda decision to Dec. 11 [UPDATE]

"...“Criminal District Attorney” office responsible for both misdemeanor and felony prosecutions (and including a civil division). Some 49 Texas..."

Dec. 10, 2018 News Post by Michael King

Chronicle Endorsements

Recommendations for the county, state, and country

"...has presided over the 331st District Court, which handles felony cases. He carries an establishment opinion of how to..."

Feb. 16, 2018 News Feature by The Chronicle Editorial Board

Dawnna Dukes' Charges Dropped

13 felonies gone, two misdemeanors resolved

"...D.A. announced that she would hold off on the felony charges. On Monday, she dropped both them and the..."

Oct. 24, 2017 News Post by Richard Whittaker

This Land Is Not Your Land

APD officer fired; faces felony for illegally hunting

"...is out of a job and facing one state felony and five misdemeanor charges after Texas Parks and Wildlife..."

April 15, 2016 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

News Roundup: Smoke and Fire

Arsonists, burn bans, and heated arguments

"...Iowa with an arrest warrant for arson, a second-degree felony punishable by 2-20 years in jail. Wagner is also..."

Aug. 17, 2015 News Post by the News Staff

The Return of the Oops

Perry unclear on what charges his lawyers want dropped

"...was not charged with bribery. Instead, he faces two felony charges relating to the negotiatons/arm twisting behind his veto..."

Aug. 26, 2014 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Perry's Aggressive Defense

Perry stands behind his veto

"...of business on Aug. 15, the jury issued two felony indictments against Gov. Rick Perry, essentially accusing him of..."

Aug. 22, 2014 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

APD Infiltrates Occupy: How Many Officers Does it Take to 'Protect' Free Speech?

Lawyer says up to six APD officers involved in watching OA

"...The Austin protesters were arrested and charged with felony "possession of a criminal instrument" in connection with their..."

Feb. 23, 2013 News Post by Jordan Smith

Where's Your Evidence?

Advances in forensic science have made physical evidence increasingly crucial in criminal justice – but the practice of preserving and maintaining that evidence is often underfunded, poorly managed, or just plain sloppy

"...crime. Lawmakers further required that evidence in all unsolved felony cases be retained for at least 40 years, or..."

Feb. 15, 2013 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Judges Want to Overhaul Indigent Defense

County judges move to reform criminal defense practice

"...for Travis County: In 2011, roughly 66% of all felony defendants were represented by court-appointed lawyers, as were 52%..."

Feb. 1, 2013 News Feature by Jordan Smith

A Shot Across the Bow

GOP releases it's 2010 party platform.

"...“We support legislation that would make it a felony to issue a marriage license to a same-sex couple..."

June 25, 2010 Qmmunity Post by Frank J. Rivera

331st Court: Who Should Follow Judge Perkins?

A two-man race

"...that while it's true that he hasn't been handling felony cases, the "mechanics" of the court are the same..."

Feb. 19, 2010 News Feature by Jordan Smith

'Chronicle' Makes Scurrilous Attacks on Martinez

"...victories. And let’s remember that it is usually the felony judges who have appointed Mr. Martinez to these hard..."

Feb. 16, 2010 Postmarks

The Baird Successor: Crowded Field Jockeys for 299th

Criminal court opening draws several hopefuls

"...some ways, an embarrassment of riches for voters. This felony bench handles a heavy and serious docket – of..."

Feb. 12, 2010 News Feature by Jordan Smith

What TYC Security?

Perry appointee bounced from youth prisons job after two months

"...a pocket knife out of her bag, where's the felony? Well, a felony is exactly what it is (possessing..."

Dec. 1, 2009 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Rehabilitation or Torture?

Texas prison inmates say their 'therapy' has taken a dark turn

"...some former and current inmates, the state's Substance Abuse Felony Punishment Facilities. Funded by the Texas Department of Criminal..."

May 23, 2008 News Feature by Patricia J. Ruland

Ethics Complaint Filed Against Meeker and Former Treasurer

Former lobbyist and Leffingwell supporter alleges ad violated Texas election law

"...a candidate. An offense under this section is a felony...."

April 16, 2008 News Post by Lee Nichols

WilCo Officials Close Ranks in Constable Race

Maverick WilCo Republican constable under fire from county officials

"...for a controlled substance. She ultimately entered into a felony plea agreement. Months later, as Chody's campaign was revving..."

Feb. 29, 2008 News Feature by Patricia J. Ruland

Opponent Claims Coronado Shouldn't Call Himself a Judge

"...the occasional pretrial hearing, in third-degree and state jail felony drug cases. Coronado's "rocket docket," aka the "Challenger docket,"..."

Feb. 8, 2008 Postmarks

Other Victims, Other Bills

As the clock ticks down on the current Lege session, what bills are dying in Committee?

"...House Bill 204 remove the statute on limitations on felony sexual assault, felony aggravated sexual assault, and felony indecency..."

April 22, 2007 News Post by Richard Whittaker

After a Fashion

Stephen hands out Fashion Crimes Against Humanity tickets and dips into the Gallery of the Absurd

"...she correctly pointed out could also be a fashion felony in certain circumstances). In the felony section, included are..."

April 13, 2007 Column by Stephen MacMillan Moser

Naked City

"...measure seems poised to pass. The bill establishes a felony-level penalty (up to three years jail time) for any..."

Jan. 12, 2007 News Feature

Riding at Risk

Austin's streets still a hazard for two-wheeled transportation

"...could have received more severe charges than the third-degree felony he's now facing, according to Assistant District Attorney Judy..."

Nov. 10, 2006 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...26 to seek his extradition from Utah to face felony charges related to his arranging marriages between married men..."

Nov. 3, 2006 News Feature

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