The morning docket of the 187th District Court, presided over by Judge Stephanie Boyd on May 15, 2025, addressed several cases, focusing on discovery issues, trial settings, and plea negotiations.
The session began with discussions regarding the case of Lazarus Carrillo. The defense indicated that they were not seeking the death penalty and requested a 60-day reset to ensure all discovery materials were in order. Judge Boyd scheduled a follow-up for July 14, where the state is expected to present a plea offer. The judge emphasized the importance of progress in the case, stating that if no agreement is reached by the next court date, a jury trial would be set.
Next, the court addressed the case of Summer Muscata. The defense attorney expressed uncertainty about the status of discovery, citing a lack of communication with the client for over a year. Judge Boyd granted a 30-day reset to allow the defense time to review the materials and prepare for the next hearing on June 12.
The case of Christian Escobar Reyna was briefly mentioned, with the court awaiting an interpreter. The judge also inquired about the status of discovery for another defendant, Mario Garza, confirming that the state had tendered an offer. A plea deadline was set for May 29, with the expectation that the defense would report on any agreements reached by that date.
The session concluded with the case of Andre Moody, where a contested hearing was scheduled for May 29. Judge Boyd noted the simplicity of the allegations and agreed to a 10-day reset for further proceedings.
Overall, the court's agenda focused on ensuring that all parties were prepared for upcoming hearings, with an emphasis on timely communication and resolution of cases. The next court dates are set for June 12 and May 29, where further developments are anticipated.