Odessa plans career criminal unit to speed trials
Odessa officials push a career criminal unit to move indictments faster toward trial. The program aims to deter habitual offenders by concentrating resources on high crime leaders, with funding of about 240000 yearly and pledges from school and hospital boards and city and county governments. Former councilman Vern Foreman leads fundraising, while police discuss using terms like 60 to 90 days for case progression.
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Midland officer appeals chief's ruling on job status
Midland officer cleared of sexual assault charges appeals Police Chief John Urby's ruling. City Manager Mike McGregor must decide if the ruling was just after the appellate process concludes. The officer remains on paid administrative leave during appeals.
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Houston company buys Phoenix Energy Products for 150 million
National Oilwell Inc of Houston agrees to acquire Phoenix Energy Products of Odessa for 115 million cash plus 35 million assumed debt. Phoenix Energy makes oil field equipment and tools. National Oilwell reports 301.9 million in revenue for the quarter ended March 31 and expects to close the deal next month.
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Definition of a career criminal and its consequences
Williams explains a career criminal is a person who earns a living through crime. Each conviction triggers unit procedures to qualify someone as a career criminal, making them ineligible for probation or early release, good behavior credits, and parole. A four conviction car thief who is convicted again must serve 85 percent, while a sixth offense with a weapon requires 100 percent. Some offenders become career criminals after three convictions, not always five.
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Williams
OdessaSouth Grant Streetscape Plan Faces Community Input
TxDot begins siding foundation for a two mile beautification along U S 385 into Odessa, seeking input from residents and business owners. Officials plan a 1999 project funded by 1 percent of roadway dollars, with 265000 sought via partnerships among city, businesses, and nonprofits.
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Chapa
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