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Edward Rocha v. State

Citation: Not availableDocket: 04-19-00321-CR

Court: Court of Appeals of Texas; October 28, 2019; Texas; State Appellate Court

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Narrative Opinion Summary

Appellant Edward Rocha's motion for an extension to file his brief has been granted by the Fourth Court of Appeals in San Antonio, Texas. Appellant's counsel, Donald Edwards, is required to submit the brief by November 18, 2019. The order was issued on October 28, 2019, by Justice Luz Elena D. Chapa, with the court's seal affixed by Chief Deputy Clerk Luz Estrada.

Legal Issues Addressed

Judicial Authority in Granting Extensions

Application: The order for extension is officially issued by a justice of the court, demonstrating the judicial authority involved in procedural matters.

Reasoning: The order was issued on October 28, 2019, by Justice Luz Elena D. Chapa, with the court's seal affixed by Chief Deputy Clerk Luz Estrada.

Motion for Extension of Time to File Brief

Application: The court granted the appellant's motion for an extension of time to file his brief, setting a new deadline for submission.

Reasoning: Appellant Edward Rocha's motion for an extension to file his brief has been granted by the Fourth Court of Appeals in San Antonio, Texas.

Obligations of Counsel in Filing Briefs

Application: The appellant's counsel is specifically required to adhere to the new deadline given by the court for filing the brief.

Reasoning: Appellant's counsel, Donald Edwards, is required to submit the brief by November 18, 2019.