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Travis County DA files motion to revoke $27K payout to jurors over dropped case
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Elizabeth Evans , FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News
· July 23, 2026
· 1 min read
The Travis County DA's office says the court did not have jurisdiction or authorization to approve paying nearly $27,000 each to 12 jurors and two alternates in the dropped evidence tampering case.
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The Travis County DA's motion to revoke the $27,000 payout to jurors in the dropped evidence tampering case raises questions about the financial implications for local taxpayers. With 12 jurors and two alternates eligible for this payment, the total cost would be substantial, and the DA's office is arguing that the court did not have the authority to approve such a large expenditure. This case highlights the need for careful management of public funds in Travis County, particularly in the context of the local justice system. As the case moves forward, residents of West Lake Hills and the surrounding areas will be watching to see how the court responds to the DA's motion and how this decision will impact the allocation of resources within the county's judicial system. The outcome of this motion will have a direct impact on the local community, making it a significant development to follow.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The Travis County DA's office says the court did not have jurisdiction or authorization to approve paying nearly $27,000 each to 12 jurors and two alternates in the dropped evidence tampering case.
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