Houston Public MediaThe Harris County District Attorney's Office is receiving a $7.6 million boost to bolster domestic violence resources and continue a reduction in the county jail population.
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Harris County DA’s office receives $7.6 million boost for jail issues, domestic violence resources
The district attorney's office has touted a six percent decrease in the population of the Harris County Jail, which has for years faced persistent staffing issues and a lingering case backlog — exacerbating what District Attorney Sean Teare has called a humanitarian crisis.