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Man pleads to aggravated assault; judge sentences him to two years in prison
Summary
Daniel Montoya pleaded guilty to aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in Bexar County and was sentenced to two years in prison with an affirmative family-violence finding, a $500 fine and conditions that the judge urged him to follow upon release.
Daniel Montoya pleaded guilty to aggravated assault with a deadly weapon on June 30 in the 187th District Court in Bexar County and was sentenced to two years in prison, Judge Stephanie Boyd said during the proceeding.
The plea included an affirmative finding of family violence and a $500 fine. Judge Boyd told Montoya the court had discretion to accept or reject the plea agreement and described the rights Montoya was waiving by agreeing to the plea.
Why it matters: The sentence carries a long-term collateral impact — Judge Boyd noted the conviction and the family-violence finding will limit Montoya’s ability to own or possess weapons and could affect custodial decisions. The judge also encouraged connecting Montoya with mental-health services after release and discussed housing and medication continuity.
Court record and facts: On the record, counsel confirmed Montoya had been evaluated and found competent. The court recited the range of punishment for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon (two to 20 years in prison) and confirmed the terms of the negotiated sentence: two years in prison, a $500 fine and affirmative findings of deadly weapon and family violence. The prosecutor stated the state had spoken with the complainant. Defense counsel requested the court follow the plea; the judge accepted it and imposed the agreed sentence.
What the judge said and next steps: Judge Boyd told Montoya, “When you were released, it’s probably best for you to go to the Center for Healthcare Services. Make sure you have your medications, whatever you need.” The judge added she would attempt to help find housing if Montoya did not have a place to stay when released. No appeal was permitted under the waiver in the plea packet discussed on the record.
Court chronology: The plea and sentencing were taken in open court. The state offered its file and attachments as evidence in the stipulated proceeding; the court reviewed them and found sufficient evidence to accept the plea. The record shows the court processed the waiver of appeal and the stipulations before imposing sentence.
Sources: Court proceeding, 187th District Court (transcript excerpted June 30).
