The Brief
- Three defendants charged with violent felonies were released on personal recognizance bonds after being found competent to stand trial following treatment at Vernon State Hospital.
- All three were placed in residential halfway houses, later failed to appear in court, and are now wanted on outstanding warrants.
- One of the cases involves Juan Tovar, who is charged with arson and accused in court documents of setting multiple fires, including one near homes and businesses.
HOUSTON – Three defendants charged with violent felony offenses are now wanted after being released on personal recognizance bonds following competency restoration at Vernon State Hospital.
Breaking Bond: 3 defendants released on PR bonds now wanted after missing court
What we know:
Defendants found incompetent to stand trial are sent to Vernon State Hospital.
Months later, they are deemed competent and released from jail on a personal recognizance bond.…