Harris County Constable Sergeant Charged with Felony Child Injury

Felony Charges Against Sergeant Ballard

• 📌 Jocelyn Ballard, a sergeant with Harris County Constable Precinct 7, faces two felony counts of injury to a child.
• ⚠️ The allegations involve her two adopted children, who prosecutors claim were beaten with a belt and a hand, resulting in bruises.

Legal Proceedings and Bond Conditions

• ⚖️ Ballard appeared in probable cause court, where a judge set her bond at $20,000 total ($10,000 for each charge).
• 🚫 Strict bond conditions were imposed, including a no-contact order with the children.

Administrative Actions and Background

• 📜 The investigation into the allegations began on December 24th, 2025, conducted by the Constable's criminal investigations division.
• 🏢 Ballard has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of an internal investigation.
• 👮 With over 18 years in law enforcement, including 10 years with Precinct 7, Ballard was released on bond shortly after her court appearance.