But federal prosecutors argued Tuesday that Espronceda's drug use and lack of U.S. citizenship, as well as divorce proceedings Handy initiated in November, make it unlikely he would show up for future court hearings. They urged the court to keep him in custody pending the resolution of his case.
Should he be convicted, Espronceda would likely lose his legal residency status in this country.
"It would be in his best interest just to leave the country and avoid incarceration," said Assistant U.S. Attorney Daniel C. Rodriguez. "Why not just voluntarily deport yourself?"
Espronceda's attorney - Judith Cantu - maintained, however, that her client had formed his own strong relationships in the community, regardless of his high-profile marriage.
Sylvia Handy should sing like a bird. I'm sure the rest of the county commissioners are guilty of something. Corruption is there middle name.
Local Govt.
Don't expect to see Wendy Strugis coming back to Edinburg city govt. Richard Garcia is now engaged and I'm sure he doesn't want anymore problems. Look for Daniel Rios to get his job back at being edinburg city attorney making $40,000 a month.
And look for Joseph Palacios to come back in edinburg city govt. With his boss tied into corruption charges. Look for him to cut ties with her and start where he left off.
Welcome to your new edinburg city employees!
