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In observance of Labor Day, Dallas County offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026.
Dallas County is under a Burn Ban starting July 27, 2026, in effect for 90 days.
DALLAS COUNTY ADOPTED A TAX RATE THAT WILL RAISE MORE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS THAN LAST YEAR'S TAX RATE.

THE TAX RATE WILL EFFECTIVELY BE RAISED BY 22.02 PERCENT AND WILL RAISE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS ON A $100,000 HOME BY APPROXIMATELY $29.08.

Prosecutor's Perspective: Grand Jury

Prosecutor's Perspective: Grand Jury

Dallas County District Attorney John Creuzot answers the questions: What is a grand jury? Who serves on it? Why is it secret?

In this video, you’ll learn:

✅ The difference between a grand jury and a trial jury

✅ How 12 everyday citizens are selected to serve for 3 months

✅ Why grand juries review 60–90 cases a day in Dallas County

✅ What a “true bill” and “no bill” mean

✅ Why grand jury proceedings are confidential

✅ The role grand juries play in protecting both citizens and the justice process Grand juries ensure that felony cases — including all officer-involved incidents — have strong evidence before going to trial.

DA Creuzot explains the law, the process, and why secrecy is essential to fairness and justice.

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