Jail Credit After H.B. 16 (89th Legislature, 2nd Special Session)
by Mark Goodner and Ned Minevitz Understanding the Expanded Mandatory Credit in Fine-Only Cases A recent amendment to Article 45A.251, Code of Criminal Procedure, has expanded when mandatory jail credit applies in fine-only misdemeanor cases. Because municipal courts already apply multiple forms of jail credit, it is important to clearly separate what changed from what…
One Week Out: A Live Court Security Clinic Focused on Protecting Court Personnel
In one week, TMCEC will host its next 4-Hour Virtual Clinic, Protecting Court Personnel: Security, Privacy, and Planning, a live, interactive program designed to address the evolving risks facing judges, clerks, court administrators, and prosecutors. 📅 Wednesday, January 28, 2026🕐 1:00–5:00 p.m. (Live via Zoom) This clinic comes at an important moment for Texas courts.…
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