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Judge Orders Release or Hearing for Acquitted Immigrant

2/7/2026

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Espinoza Martinez Released

Juan Espinoza Martinez must be released or granted a bond hearing by Feb. 11, 2025, after acquittal.
U.S. District Judge James Hanlon ruled Espinoza Martinez's detention without a hearing unlawful.
Espinoza Martinez, who entered the U.S. as a child, was held after being cleared of a $10,000 bounty on Border Patrol Cmdr. Greg Bovino.
The case raises concerns about immigration enforcement under U.S. President Donald Trump, as many related cases have been dismissed.

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Cazares Convicted Attempted Murder

Jimmy Cazares, 32, was found guilty on charges including attempted murder for firing 59 rounds at Wyler’s Pub & Grill in November 2024.
Sentencing is set for April 15, 2025, with 8–24 years per count.
Deputy District Attorney Lacy Wells argued Cazares acted with intent to kill.
He targeted bartender Leah Neugebauer, who was injured.
Cazares admitted to the shooting in a 911 call placed by his aunt.

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Espinoza Martinez Released

Juan Espinoza Martinez must be released or granted a bond hearing by Feb. 11, 2025, after acquittal.
U.S. District Judge James Hanlon ruled Espinoza Martinez's detention without a hearing unlawful.
Espinoza Martinez, who entered the U.S. as a child, was held after being cleared of a $10,000 bounty on Border Patrol Cmdr. Greg Bovino.
The case raises concerns about immigration enforcement under U.S. President Donald Trump, as many related cases have been dismissed.

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