Dimmit County court tables metal‑detector policy after debate over authority, enforcement

Sep 12, 2025

The Dimmit County Commissioners Court discussed a proposed courthouse metal‑detector and screening policy after recent safety incidents. Commissioners voted to table the proposal and ask the county attorney to review legal and operational details, including security duties, citation authority and exemptions for certain gun carriers.

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The Dimmit County Commissioners Court on Monday discussed a proposed metal‑detector and courthouse screening policy and voted to table the proposal pending review by the county attorney.

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