Texas man accused of raping and impregnating teen released on $1 bail.
OAN’s Abril Elfi
5:53 PM – Friday, September 22, 2023
Luis Sanchez, a convicted “sex attacker,” was shockingly released on a mere $1 bond due to a major oversight by prosecutors who missed the deadline to indict him.
On Thursday, the 25-year-old man who had given a 16-year-old alcohol, waited for her to pass out, and then brutally raped and impregnated her, was granted release where he will be sent to a shelter on house arrest.
Sanchez had been in custody since May of this year and was charged with the felony of sexual assault of a child.
According to the state of Texas, prosecutors are required by law to acquire an indictment within 90 days of a person being detained. If this does not happen in time, the suspect has to be given a “reasonable or personal recognizance bond.”
The press reported that since Sanchez was not indicted in time, his attorney filed a motion to get the court to reduce his bond amount.
Since a recognizance bond is one that a suspect can afford, they held the bond at one dollar.
That motion was then granted by Judge Kathrine Thomas in the 184th court.
Reportedly, the incident between the attacker and the teen happened in April of 2022. Three months after the alleged rape by Sanchez, the teenage girl discovered she was pregnant. Her mother drove her to the hospital where the victim informed her that “Luis drugged and raped [her].”
According to the victim, the offender offered her vodka before she passed out and woke up next to Sanchez naked. Once the girl revealed what happened, her mother reached out to local authorities to help find Sanchez.
The teen’s mother spoke to the press after the release stating how they are terrified about the situation.
“We feel blindsided, because we took comfort in the fact that he was initially granted a $75,000 bond, because we could sleep at night knowing he could not make that bond,” she said. “We were at peace knowing he would not be released. Now, my daughter is terrified he may try to come and find her. No amount of apologies will fix that.”
Trial Attorney Steve Shellist said that missing an indictment deadline is not ”unusual.”
“These DA’s have hundreds, some have thousands of cases on their plate, as do the courts, and things fall through the cracks, sometimes they’re just not ready,” Shellist said. “I don’t think it’s an intentional thing, but I think it happens more often than people think.”
Another investigation into a separate sexual attack involving Sanchez and the same victim is also reportedly underway in Fort Bend County, Texas.
Sanchez is due back in court in November.
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How does Texas law require prosecutors to handle indictments for individuals in custody, and what is the outcome when the deadline is missed, as in the case of Luis Sanchez?
Title: Convicted ”Sex Attacker” Released on Mere $1 Bond: A Major Oversight by Prosecutors
Introduction:
In a shocking turn of events, Luis Sanchez, a convicted “sex attacker,” has been released on a mere $1 bond due to a major oversight by prosecutors who missed the deadline to indict him. This alarming case highlights the potentially devastating consequences of procedural errors and the need for accountability within the criminal justice system.
Background:
Sanchez, a 25-year-old man, had been in custody since May of this year, charged with the felony of sexual assault of a child. The incident allegedly took place in April 2022, when Sanchez gave a 16-year-old alcohol, waited for her to pass out, and then brutally raped and impregnated her. The victim’s mother, upon learning about the crime, promptly contacted local authorities to seek justice.
Prosecutorial Oversight:
According to Texas law, prosecutors are required to obtain an indictment within 90 days of a person being detained. Failure to do so within the given time frame obligates the court to release the suspect on a “reasonable or personal recognizance bond.” In this case, since Sanchez was not indicted in time, his attorney filed a motion to have his bond amount reduced.
Judge’s Ruling:
Judge Kathrine Thomas presided over the case in the 184th court. In an unexpected decision, she granted the motion, resulting in Sanchez being released on a bond of just one dollar. This minimal bond is typically set to match what the suspect can afford.
Impact on the Victim:
The victim’s mother expressed her deep concern and fear for her daughter’s safety following Sanchez’s release. She stated, “We feel blindsided, because we took comfort in the fact that he was initially granted a $75,000 bond, because we could sleep at night knowing he could not make that bond… Now, my daughter is terrified he may try to come and find her.”
Legal Expert Insights:
Trial Attorney Steve Shellist acknowledged that missing an indictment deadline is not an unusual occurrence. He underlined the heavy caseloads that prosecutors and the courts handle, leading to occasional oversights. Shellist emphasized that while unintentional, such mistakes happen more often than people realize.
Conclusion:
The release of Luis Sanchez, a convicted “sex attacker,” on a mere $1 bond due to a missed indictment deadline is a glaring example of the flaws and potential errors within the criminal justice system. It highlights the urgent need for improved systems of accountability and thoroughness in prosecuting such heinous crimes. The victim and her family’s concerns and fears regarding her safety demand swift action to rectify this oversight and prevent any potential harm.
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