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John Anthony Vega v. State

Citation: Not availableDocket: 04-19-00468-CR

Court: Court of Appeals of Texas; March 5, 2020; Texas; State Appellate Court

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Narrative Opinion Summary

The Fourth Court of Appeals in San Antonio, Texas, on March 6, 2020, granted John Anthony Vega's motion for a late-filed brief in his appeal against the State of Texas. The case, originating from the 175th Judicial District Court in Bexar County (Trial Court No. 2018CR5622), was overseen by Judge Mark R. Luitjen. The order was signed by Justice Luz Elena D. Chapa and authenticated by Clerk of Court Michael A. Cruz.

Legal Issues Addressed

Acceptance of Late-Filed Briefs

Application: The court exercised its discretion to accept a late-filed brief from the appellant, John Anthony Vega, in an appeal against the State of Texas.

Reasoning: The Fourth Court of Appeals in San Antonio, Texas, on March 6, 2020, granted John Anthony Vega's motion for a late-filed brief in his appeal against the State of Texas.

Judicial Discretion in Appellate Procedure

Application: The court demonstrated its authority to manage procedural aspects of an appeal by allowing the filing of a brief past the usual deadline.

Reasoning: The Fourth Court of Appeals in San Antonio, Texas, on March 6, 2020, granted John Anthony Vega's motion for a late-filed brief in his appeal against the State of Texas.