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Christopher Arthur Kurtz v. State
Citation: Not availableDocket: 03-15-00144-CR
Court: Court of Appeals of Texas; July 9, 2015; Texas; State Appellate Court
Original Court Document: View Document
The State of Texas has filed a motion requesting a 30-day extension to submit its brief in the appeal of Christopher Arthur Kurtz, who was convicted of Aggravated Kidnapping, Evading Arrest with a Vehicle, and Tampering with Physical Evidence. The motion indicates that Kurtz was indicted on July 2, 2014, with all counts enhanced to habitual status. The jury's sentencing resulted in 70 years for Aggravated Kidnapping, 75 years for Evading Arrest, and 30 years for Tampering, all to be served concurrently. The State's brief was originally due on July 8, 2015, following Kurtz's brief, which was filed on June 5, 2015, and an Anders brief on June 9, 2015. Clayten Hearrell, the State's attorney, has recently taken on this appeal and has faced scheduling conflicts due to other ongoing trials and a law conference. Although Hearrell has reviewed Kurtz's initial brief and acquired necessary records, he has not completed the State's brief. The State asserts that this request for an extension is the first of its kind and emphasizes that it is made not for delay but to ensure a thorough and adequate response to the appellant's arguments. The new deadline requested is August 8, 2015. The motion concludes with a certificate of service indicating that a copy was provided to Kurtz’s attorney, John G. Jasuta, via electronic means.