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id: 12c0bc8d9e
section: safety
first_reported: 2026-11-13 21:09 CST
updated: 2026-11-13 21:09 CST
status: reported
outlets: 1
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# Dallas County police cite concerns over magistrate judge rule

Over a dozen Dallas County police departments say a magistrate judge rule affects public safety. The sheriff says she is enforcing existing law.

Section: [Public Safety](/dallas-fort-worth/section/safety.md) · Entities: [Dallas County Sheriff's Office](/dallas-fort-worth/wiki/dallas-county-sheriff-s-office.md), [Texas Fraternal Order of Police](/dallas-fort-worth/wiki/texas-fraternal-order-of-police.md)

## Coverage

- [CBS News Texas (CBS 11)](https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/dallas-county-police-report-releasing-prisoners-magistrate-judge-rule/), 2026-11-13 21:09 CST: Some Dallas County law enforcement agencies report releasing prisoners back on the street due to magistrate judge rule

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