Anderson v. State

OPINION

TOM GRAY, Justice.

Allen Wayne Anderson was convicted of arson and aggravated assault of Thomas Smith by throwing gasoline on Smith and igniting him. After being sent to prison, Anderson asked for bail pending appeal. Following a hearing, the trial court denied Anderson’s request. Anderson appeals, and we affirm the trial court’s denial of bail pending appeal.

In 1977, the trial court was given discretion to deny bail pending appeal. Ex parte Martin, 61 S.W.3d 398, 401 (Tex.Crim.App.2001). Once the defendant’s trial is completed and he has been convicted, his situation with respect to…