Texas lawmakers want to exempt police from deadly conduct charges

Texas considers bill shielding police officers from deadly conduct charges

Texas law allows prosecutors across the state to charge police officers with deadly conduct if their actions are reckless and threaten bodily injury. However, lawmakers want to change that statute with House Bill 2436, which would prevent officers from ending up at the defendant's table.  What does Texas law say about police officers committing deadly conduct? Texas law stipulates two situations in which prosecutors can file a deadly conduct cha…

Texas lawmakers advance bill to exempt police from deadly conduct charges

The Texas House is set to vote on a bill that would protect on-duty law enforcement officers from deadly conduct prosecution.

Texas lawmakers hear proposal to fine, jail noncitizen donors

It’s already illegal under federal law for foreign nationals to donate or spend money in U.S. elections, but Rep. Dennis Paul, R-Houston, says it’s rarely...

Texas lawmakers want to exempt police from deadly conduct charges

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Latest Texas Supreme Court ruling highlights the high bar on proving police recklessness

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Texas lawmakers mull more education bills with an eye toward culture war issues

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