in Re William J. Marks

02-12-129-CV

COURT OF APPEALS

SECOND DISTRICT OF TEXAS

FORT WORTH

NO. 02-12-00129-CV

In re William J. Marks

RELATOR

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ORIGINAL PROCEEDING

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OPINION

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I. Introduction

This is a habeas corpus proceeding. The primary issue before us is whether Relator William J. Marks knowingly and intelligently waived his right to counsel. Because we hold that the totality of circumstances demonstrates that Marks did waive his right to counsel, we overrule Marks’s sole issue and deny his requested relief.

II. Background

The trial court held a hearing on Real Party in Interest’s, Rebecca Blocker…