Failure to comply with the new rules could be treated as “official misconduct” and lead to the forfeiture of the elected attorney’s office. Paxton said at the time that the rules are meant to rein in “rogue” district attorneys and push them to more vigorously prosecute crimes. Critics have accused the AG’s office of imposing the rules for political reasons, seeking to influence how the elected attorneys handle cases. But he also wondered whether the new rules are a fair response to elected attorneys like Dallas County District Attorney John Creuzot declining to prosecute minor marijuana-related charges. Do you disagree with that?” Brister asked attorney Bradley Snead, representing the district and county attorneys.