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Judge West EXPOSES the “open plea” trap—then drops the brutal 2 to 20 year warning in open court.

In this fast-moving courtroom docket, Judge West handles multiple felony cases back-to-back—one defendant takes a negotiated deal and gets a fixed sentence, while another pleads open to the court with no cap, leaving punishment entirely in the judge’s hands. The tension spikes as Judge West carefully confirms waiver of rights, explains real-world consequences, and makes it clear that once offers are rejected, the path forward can get a lot harsher.

🔷 Case Highlights

Fraudulent ID Use (Miss Bourke): Judge West accepts a guilty plea and imposes 9 months state jail, confirming the plea was voluntary and the right to appeal is waived under the agreement.

Consequences laid out clearly: Judge West warns about immigration consequences of a guilty/no contest plea and explains Texas firearm/ammunition ineligibility after conviction.

Criminal Mischief (Leroy Smith Jr.): Priors and enhancement allegations are addressed; the judge confirms this is no agreement / no cap—an open plea with exposure from 2 to 20 years.

Sentencing reset: Judge West orders a pre-sentence report before sentencing to review background and history, then sets the case for a later sentencing date.

Serious felony case: A defendant rejects a 10-year cap offer and chooses trial, despite the stated 2 to 20 year punishment range if convicted.

The biggest takeaway from Judge West’s courtroom is how quickly a case can shift based on one decision. A negotiated plea can lock in certainty—while an open plea is a gamble where the judge holds the full range. And when an offer gets rejected, the leverage changes instantly. Accountability, public safety, and second chances all collide here—because in this system, understanding your options isn’t just important… it’s everything.

🛡 Legal Disclaimer
This video is for educational and commentary purposes and may include fair use analysis of publicly available court proceedings. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing in this video is legal advice.

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