In the latest news from Waller County, Texas, a team of outside lawyers will be assisting in the investigation of the death of Sandra Bland, who was found dead in a jail cell two weeks ago. Texas State Trooper Brian Encinia forcibly removed Bland from her car after she objected to putting out her cigarette when he pulled her over for allegedly failing to signal a lane change. Authorities say Bland killed herself in jail, a claim her family disputes. The lawyers will have access to evidence, the ability to subpoena witnesses and the power to recommend criminal charges to Waller County District Attorney Elton Mathis. If Mathis fails to take up any possible recommended charges, the committee of lawyers can instead present their recommendations to a grand jury. So far, two lawyers have been appointed to the panel. Both are African-American.