Ex Parte Smith

OPINION

DOUGLAS, Judge.

This is a habeas corpus proceeding. The question presented: Is one entitled to bail pending a hearing in revocation of probation in a misdemeanor case?

On July 26, 1971, Smith was convicted in County Court of Parker County for the offense of defrauding with a worthless check. His punishment of one year’s confinement in the county jail was probated. On May 2, 1972, a motion to revoke probation was filed alleging that he had violated the terms of probation for failing to report to the probation officer. On May 18, 1972, a capias for the arrest of Smith was issued, but he…