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Talarico says AG's office denied request for files related to plea deal in sex abuse case
By KEYE at CBS Austin (KEYE) - Local
· July 10, 2026
· 1 min read
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico is accusing Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s office of refusing to release records tied to a plea deal in a c
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Why this matters in Westlake News
The denial of records by the Texas Attorney General's office in the sex abuse case plea deal raises questions about transparency in the handling of sensitive cases in Travis County. As a community that values accountability, West Lake Hills residents should be concerned about the potential implications of such denials on the pursuit of justice. The fact that a public figure like James Talarico is being denied access to these records suggests that there may be a lack of openness in the Attorney General's office, which could impact the ability of local law enforcement and prosecutors to build trust with the community. This incident may also spark renewed interest in the county's own procedures for handling and disclosing information related to criminal cases, particularly those involving vulnerable populations. Residents will be watching to see how this situation unfolds and whether the Attorney General's office will reconsider its decision to withhold the records.
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Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Austin (KEYE) - Local ·
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