Court of Criminal Appeals of Texas
Ex Parte Gloria Davila
November 4, 1981623 S.W.2d 408
Summary
The Court held that the bail set for Gloria Davila was excessive under the post‑verdict criteria of Article 44.04 and reduced it to $12,500, finding her nonviolent offense, eight‑year sentence, lack of prior record, limited ability to pay, and strong family ties warranted a lower amount. The decision applied established bail‑setting factors and imposed reasonable reporting conditions. Justice McCormick dissented, arguing that the trial court had not abused its discretion and that the reduced bail of $17,500 should stand.