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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:

4

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:

November 16, 2026 (1:00pm) - November 16, 2026 (5:00pm)
All times are shown in U.S. Central Time (CT).

Early Registration Ends:

November 13, 2026

TJA Fee Policy:

TJA Member - FREE
Non-member - $45

Location*:

Hays County Sheriff’s Office
Allen Bridges Training Academy
1307 Uhland Road
San Marcos, Texas 78666

Additional Information:

For questions, please contact Marcy Calnan @ marcy.calnan@canyons.edu

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