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Dallas police are taking over highway patrols now that state and local backup deals have expired, meaning you'll see a lot more city cops watching the freeways. The shift in jurisdiction puts the patrolling burden squarely back on local officers.
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Shifting patrol duties entirely to city cops could strain the local police budget through increased overtime and stretched resources.
Drivers might see a boost in local safety and traffic enforcement on the highways.
City taxpayers and everyday residents might see slower response times on neighborhood streets as cops get pulled away to watch the highways.
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