Cite & Release: Kyle police hampered by software

Kyle police issued only a single cite and release citation throughout 2018, making the department the least likely user of the policy in Hays County, according to data recently provided by Hays County Criminal Justice Analyst Samantha Jones at the request of County Commissioner Debbie Ingalsbe.

Cite and release applies to offenses including low-level marijuana offenses (four ounces or less), criminal mischief $100 to $749, graffiti $100 to $2,449, theft and theft of service $100 to $749, possession of contraband in a correctional facility by an employee or volunteer and driving while license valid. Although the policy allows individuals to avoid jail, they still face all legal consequences.