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Category Archives: Misdemeanor Drug
Tarrant County DA & Misdemeanor Marijuana Cases in 2020
The Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney’s Office may be how it handles misdemeanor marijuana cases. The Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney’s Office on Monday, Nov. 23 said misdemeanor marijuana cases don’t need to clog up the court system.
New Diversion Program for First Offenders in Tarrant County
Deferred Prosecution Initiative (DPI) is deferred prosecution for first-time offenders. This program is specifically designed for those individuals over the age of 25 with no criminal history. You must speak with an attorney experienced in handling Fort Worth criminal cases to find out your eligibility.
Can I get my bail reduced? Bail in Texas
One Dallas woman was placed in solitary confinement after failing to pay bail—a $500 charge assessed after a misdemeanor. She sued the county for violating state and federal law. In 2016, Harris County also faced a lawsuit over unfair bail practices.