CMIT - TJA Regional Training - Inside the Lawsuit: Legal Risks Defining Corrections

TJA Regional Training - Inside the Lawsuit: Legal Risks Defining Corrections

Equip staff to recognize, prevent, and respond to legal risks that most commonly result in liability, lawsuits, and policy violations in county jails.
Training is free for Texas Jail Association members. Nonmembers will pay a fee of $45 per registration. Participants will receive TCOLE credit and a complimentary TJA membership after fee is paid.

Topics

Identify key constitutional protections impacting jail operations
Recognize liability triggers under §1983 and Texas law
Apply legal standards to use of force, medical care, and inmate rights
Distinguish policy violations from constitutional violations
Make defensible, documented decisions in high-risk situations

Who Should Attend?

Jail/Prison
Leadership

Training Hours:

Dress Code:

Business Casual
Clothing should be professional, and no caps/hats or shorts are permitted. Slacks, khakis, skirts, dresses, button-downs, or blouses are acceptable. It is always recommended to bring a light jacket in case the training room is cold.

For more information, contact:

See Description for Contact Information.

Date/Time:

October 2, 2026 (8:00am) - October 2, 2026 (12:00pm)
All times are shown in U.S. Central Time (CT).

Early Registration Ends:

September 30, 2026

TJA Fee Policy:

TJA Member - FREE
Non-member - $45

Location*:

Milam County Sheriff's Office
512 N Jefferson Ave.
Cameron, TX 76520

Additional Information:

For questions, please contact Mary Calnan @ mcalnan@txstate.edu

Cancellation Policy: TJA Regional Trainings are non-refundable. Participants who have already paid will still receive one year's TJA Membership.