Travis County District Attorney José Garza said it's 'a jury that gets to decide whether a defendant is guilty or innocent – not the Governor.'
Abbott said he has requested the board review Perry's case and determine if Perry should receive a pardon. He said he"looks forward" to approving a pardon."In this case, a jury of twelve listened to testimony for nearly two weeks," he said in a statement.
Garza said it's"a jury that gets to decide whether a defendant is guilty or innocent – not the Governor." Perry's lawyer, Clint Broden, said his focus remains on his client's upcoming sentencing hearing, which has not yet been scheduled. "We are disappointed in the verdict both as it relates to Daniel Perry and as it relates to a citizen's ability to defend themselves," Broden told KUT in a text message."Daniel was most crushed that his conviction will end his Army service."
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