Tarrant County, TX (WBAP/KLIF) – Tarrant County officials announced a change in policy related to low-level crimes.
Most low level marijuana offenses and criminal mischief for losses between $100 and $750 are among crimes that will no longer result in immediate arrest, but a citation will be issued instead.
The Tarrant County Law Enforcement Executives Association; Tarrant County Magistrates, and, Criminal District Attorney’s offices made the changes Monday under Texas’ ‘Cite and Release’ Law.
Officials stressed that those cited will still face prosecution, and it’s up to the officer and police department to make the ultimate decision.
Two years ago, Dallas DA John Creuzot created a firestorm of controversy for announcing similar changes.
Harris Bexar and Travis counties also already have begun to use cite and release.
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