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Texas Supreme Court stays lower court ruling, temporarily reviving Gov. Abbott's order restricting jail release

On Friday, a state district judge blocked enforcement of Abbott's order, which prohibits jail release for some inmates without paying bail during the coronavirus pandemic. She cited unconstitutional provisions and executive overreach as reasons for her order.

The Texas Supreme Court on Jan. 15, 2020.

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