Wade v. State

OPINION

Opinion by Chief Justice MORRISS.

Frank William Wade pled guilty to possession of marihuana in an amount greater than four ounces, but less than five pounds. On April 27, 1995, the trial court sentenced him to eight years’ imprisonment, but suspended the imposition of his sentence and placed him on eight years’ community supervision.

On March 4, 1996, the State moved to have the trial court revoke Wade’s community supervision, alleging he violated eight of its terms. On March 1, 1996, the trial court signed an order for Wade’s arrest. A capias was issued on March 6, 1996. The capias was…