Texas leaders draft 'Jocelyn's Law' after 12-year-old's murder, would deny bail for capital murder suspects
SUMMARY
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has proposed "Jocelyn's Law," named after 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray, who was tragically killed in Houston by two Venezuelan illegal aliens Patrick aims to deny bail to suspects charged with capital murder, ensuring they remain in custody pending trial. This initiative follows public outcry over the $10 million bonds set for the alleged killers, sparking calls for stricter bail laws. The proposal, supported by state Sen. Joan Huffman, seeks to amend the constitution to automatically deny bail in such cases, reflecting broader concerns about public safety and judicial oversight in high-profile criminal cases.