During the last session, lawmakers passed sweeping legislation to tighten bail laws in cases involving violent crime.In this session, lawmakers want to add felons in possession of a weapon to the list of crimes not eligible for personal bonds.

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A stricter felony bail system in the State of Texas is a step closer to reality following the third day of the Special Session in Austin.