Special prosecutor says Sandra Bland case nearing end
In Houston a panel reviewed evidence after Sandra Bland was found dead in a Waller County jail cell on July 13. The team aims to present evidence to a grand jury by December end, with five prosecutors tapped by the district attorney. Bland, a Chicago area woman, was arrested after a contentious traffic stop three days before her death, captured on dash cam.
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Becerra Case Moves for Change of Venue in OD P
In a page 1A proceeding, Becerra faces potential venue relocation after coercing a woman for oral sex. He was fired from the OPD on March 19, 2014. Prosecutors plan a motion to show why trial should occur in Ector County. John Rush indicated it would be up to the court after affidavits. Ector County DA Bobby Bland will file motions. a trial is anticipated if venue changes are approved.
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Court notes Collins case dismissal tied to old statute
The opinion dated November 5 says three counts of online solicitation of a minor should be dismissed because the charged statute was previously ruled unconstitutional. It explains the law used at indictment remained broad despite a year update and local prosecutors referenced the earlier version.
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Odessa grapples with rising family violence cases
Wayland urges community accountability as Odessa reports 1,494 family violence cases through September, a 19 percent rise from last year. Nielsen prepares for his youngest child’s funeral for a woman described as devoted mother and sister who volunteered at Jesus House before her death.
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