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Special Prosecutor Named In Watkins Contempt Case

A special prosecutor from North Texas will investigate whether the Dallas County district attorney committed contempt of court when he wouldn’t testify to allegations that his office improperly prosecuted an oil fortune heir.

CBS 11–2013/03/21

Judge Picked To Hold Contempt Hearing For Dallas DA

A Wichita Falls judge will decide whether to order a punishment for the Dallas County district attorney after he was declared in contempt of court by another judge.

2013/03/12

FBI Investigation Reportedly Centered On Watkins

According to a published report, embattled Dallas County District Attorney Craig Watkins could be the subject of an FBI investigation.

2013/03/12

Dallas County District Attorney Craig Watkins discusses the TV show "Dallas DNA" at the 2009 Winter Television Critics Association Press Tour at the Universal Hilton Hotel on January 9, 2009 in Los Angeles, California. (credit: Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images)

Political Fallout Over DA’s Contempt Charge Could Be Lasting

Dallas County District Attorney Craig Watkins has said little publicly Friday, following a stinging court defeat, including being held in contempt of court.

2013/03/08

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