Community Supervision
Understanding the role of probation and deferred adjudication in the criminal justice system in Texas
Texas Penal Code
Overview of the major criminal laws of Texas, pentalty classes, and brief history of reforms.
Texas Rangers
Understanding the role of the Texas Rangers in state law enforcement
Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles
Paroles and pardons can give prisoners a fresh start
Texas Juvenile Justice System
What happens when a child commits a crime? Texas law handles this is a variety of ways.
County Courts at Law in Texas
Local courts handling civil disputes, family law matters, and misdemeanor criminal cases
Jury Trial
Understanding the role of juries in the court system, and the responsibilities of jurors
Texas Department of Public Safety
Detailed summary of the structure, organization, governance, and functions of the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
TCOLE sets training standards and certifies all peace officers in Texas.
Law Enforcement in Texas
Mapping Texas' vast and complex law enforcement system
Texas Commission on Jail Standards
State regulator overseeing local jails
County Jails in Texas
Understanding the role and operations of county jails in Texas
Specialty Courts in Texas
Drug courts, family courts, mental health courts, juvenile courts, and others
State Prosecuting Attorney
Office representing the State of Texas in death penalty appeals
The Role of Grand Juries
Understanding the role of grand juries in the criminal justice system
District Courts in Texas
Trial courts handling both civil and criminal matters
District Attorneys in Texas
Prosecutors handling felony criminal cases in local courts
Texas Department of Criminal Justice
Overview of the state prison system in Texas, key statistics, and FAQ
Texas Court of Criminal Appeals
Structure, role, and FAQ about Texas' highest criminal court
County Sheriffs in Texas
Understanding the role of sheriffs in Texas' law enforcement system