Sheriff

Commissioners have voted to spend $55 million exploring potential sites for a new county jail.

The Texas Commission on Jail Standards gave Dallas County a "clean inspection" with no corrective notes during its review Jan. 13-15.

Senate Bill 8 goes into effect next month, requiring Texas sheriff’s offices that operate jails to enter into 287(g) agreements with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Some immigration advocates say it'll increase fear in migrant communities.

Indicted Johnson County Sheriff Adam King will continue serving in his position with restrictions amid his ongoing sexual harassment case.

A Johnson County judge ruled Thursday the charge against Adam King was illegally obtained, court records show.

Johnson County Sheriff Adam King has been indicted on sexual harassment, retaliation against a witness and aggravated perjury charges since August.

Johnson County Sheriff Adam King is in the middle of an ongoing workplace sexual harassment case. He returned to work from paid administrative leave earlier this month.

Johnson County Sheriff Adam King is allowed to return to work in a limited capacity after being indicted on multiple felony count regarding misconduct allegations from Johnson County Sheriff's Office employees and a perjury charge filed yesterday.

Adam King was indicted on aggravated perjury Wednesday, court records show. He's been on administrative leave after being accused of harassment and retaliation against employees.

Dallas County commissioners voted to adjust and ensure fees collection for constable and sheriff services.

Dallas County Sheriff Marian Brown in an open letter to media sent Sept. 5 disputed reports that the jail was at or over its capacity.

Dallas County commissioners have authorized a sheriff's department request for M14s, M16s and an armored personnel carrier from a Department of Defense surplus program.