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Magistrate explains rights, sets bonds and screening requirements for multiple defendants in Travis County Court
Summary
A magistrate judge at Travis County Court reviewed constitutional rights, outlined release options and set bond amounts and conditions for four defendants, including required drug‑court screening and counseling referrals.
A magistrate judge at Travis County Court read defendants their constitutional rights, described options for release and set bond amounts for four people during a magistration session.
The magistrate told those in custody that “you’re presumed innocent unless proven guilty” and explained options for release, including a personal bond, paying the full cash amount, using a bail‑bond company (commonly charging about 10 percent), or seeking representation from a private or court‑appointed lawyer. “If you give up your right to remain silent, whatever you say can be used against you,” the magistrate said.
The magistrate said defendants must appear at all court dates to avoid rearrest and described additional conditions attached to release. In multiple cases the judge required defendants be screened for drug‑court eligibility and for drug counseling, noting that completion of drug court can, in some cases, lead to dismissal of a felony drug charge.
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