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TDCJ admits they don't know the whereabouts of 5 inmates released for medical reasons, but won't identify them
HOUSTON - The Texas Department of Criminal Justice admits they have no idea if the five inmates are dead or alive or where they are. But they are protecting their identities. TDCJ will release ...
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Some TDCJ facilities may be forced to close as persistent staffing struggles continue
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - State prison facilities that struggle with persistent staffing challenges could be forced to close. This is one of the recommendations from a recent evaluation of the Texas ...
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TDCJ expands Virtual Court Program to enhance public safety, improve efficiency
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice announced the expansion of its Virtual Court Program, a groundbreaking initiative that leverages technology to modernize justice administration within the ...
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Texas expands virtual court access for inmates, streamlining safety and costs
On Tuesday, the Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) announced it's expanding a program that lets inmates appear in court virtually without leaving prison. Officials say it saves money on inmate ...
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Texas should close prisons and jails with staffing challenges, state oversight panel says
The commission, which reviews the performance of Texas agencies, voted Wednesday to recommend the Legislature pass bills addressing multiple issues at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and ...