Texas Legislator Seeks to Severely Limit Death-in-Custody Investigations

A proposed Texas bill seeks to roll back a key reform of the Sandra Bland Act by allowing sheriffs to investigate jail deaths within their own facilities — even in cases labeled as “natural causes.” Critics, including civil rights attorney Dean Malone, warn that such changes could conceal critical facts about how people die in custody and reduce accountability across Texas jails. Independent investigations by the Texas Rangers, required under current law, have revealed systemic neglect and unsafe conditions that often contribute to preventable deaths.

The Law Offices of Dean Malone, P.C. continues to advocate for transparency, accountability, and justice for families affected by wrongful deaths and neglect in Texas jails.

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