There are some other judges, however, here in Harris county that want the latitude, the ability … We made it more difficult for [some judges] to not be forced to keep [dangerous criminals] in jail. … who's not hiding behind the curtain. You have to have an elected judge who's going to be on the ballot, who is accountable to the people who makes that decision. (02:22)
CLAIM
Asserts that it is now more difficult for certain judges to release dangerous criminals.
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