Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued an opinion, KP-0510, clarifying that county constables lack the authority to use photographic or automated systems to issue speeding citations via mail, aligning with the stance of Bexar County officials. The opinion emphasizes the need for adherence to the Texas Constitution and legal procedures for traffic enforcement.
On Thursday, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued a decisive opinion, Opinion No. KP-0510, confirming that county constables in Texas do not have the legal authority to use photographic or automated traffic-enforcement systems to issue speeding citations by mail.
SAN ANTONIO - Bexar County Constables will no longer be able to use a portable LIDAR camera system to issue speeding tickets. This opinion aligns with the stance of Bexar County District Attorney Joe Gonzales, who has consistently advised local law enforcement that such automated citation programs are not authorized under Texas law and pose significant due process concerns. The Attorney General's opinion underscores that traffic enforcement must adhere to the Texas Constitution, the Transportation Code, and the Code of Criminal Procedure.It clarifies that traffic citations can only be issued through lawful traffic stops and authorized enforcement procedures, eliminating any ambiguity regarding the legality of automated systems for counties or constables. District Attorney Gonzales expressed his approval of the opinion, stating, "This opinion reflects a clear and faithful application of Texas law.Our responsibility is to ensure that enforcement practices respect statutory limits and the constitutional rights of our residents. Public safety is best served when the law is followed both by citizens and by those sworn to uphold it."SAN ANTONIO - Two suspects have been arrested on drug trafficking chagres afterOn Wednesday, the U.S. Department of Justice announced the arrests of Gerardo PiSAN ANTONIO - One person is dead after a horrific accident on a Northeast Side highway.The deadly accident happened around 7:30 a.m. Wednesday along North LoopBANDERA COUNTY, Texas — Two men were busted on drugAccording to the Bandera County Sheriff’s Office, on Saturday, the criminal interdiction unit executed a seaSAN ANTONIO - Bexar County Constables will no longer be able to use a portable LIDAR camera system to issue speeding tickets.On Thursday, Texas Attorney GeneralThe Texas Education Agency has announced that Northeast Independent School District is under scrutiny for allegedly failing to comply with state s
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