‘We will no longer hear that justice delayed is justice denied’ HAYS COUNTY — Hays County courts have long struggled with an immense load of backlogged criminal cases. Now, there might be some relief and justice finally served. The Hays County Commissioners Court unanimously approved four new positi...

By Sahar Chmais Felony and misdemeanor cases have been piling up for about 1.5 years, and it could take one year to go through these cases, said Criminal District Attorney Wes Mau. A Texas House Bill could help with the backlog, but it will not take effect until Sept. 1, 2022. “Because Hays is one o...

By Sahar Chmais After a year of suspended jury trials due to COVID-19, Hays County District Courts will resume jury trials on June 7 and County Courts at Law will resume July 6. With people returning to the court stands, new health precautions will be put in place. “It is important that we ensure th...

By Sahar Chmais A texting innovation should help residents when it comes to court dates and payment. The Hays County Criminal Justice Committee has kicked off the new program that sends text message alerts to remind residents about their court responsibilities. “We are all endlessly trying to make o...

by Anita Miller “Baseless” was the word a local attorney used to described a lawsuit filed last week attempting to remove Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra from office. The suit was filed in 207th District Court Sept. 14 by Nathan Kaspar, a resident of Dripping Springs who is represented by Bud Wymore...