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    Denton County woman files civil suit, claims Sheriff’s Office forced her to remove hijab in custody

    By Juan Betancourt Staff Writer,

    11 hours ago
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    A woman has filed a civil lawsuit against Denton County and three county correctional officers claiming they forced her to remove her hijab after being booked into jail.

    The suit filed by Tanya Victoria claims that Denton County policies, practices and customs directly violate the First Amendment and other federal and state laws.

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