The District 10 councilman pleaded 'no contest' to a different charge after fighting the case in court for months.
Journalism like ours plays an essential role in a democracy, and we’re honored to do it. But we can’t do it alone. Will you contribute today to help support our ongoing work as we look ahead to the outcomes and implications of this election?Whyte accepted a plea deal on Wednesday that brought his charge down to “obstruction of a highway,” according to KSAT.“I’m glad we’re putting this behind us today,” Whyte told reporters at the courthouse on Wednesday.
He ultimately pled “no contest” to the lower charges in exchange for deferred adjudication, according to KSAT. Whyte’s probation includes six months of not consuming alcohol, an $850 fine, and a DWI education course. In a statement, Bexar County District Attorney Joe Gonzales said the plea deal was offered in part because of “the potential inability to reach a favorable outcome at trial.”
“Our justice system aims to hold individuals responsible while fostering rehabilitation, and this resolution reflects a balanced pursuit of both justice and personal accountability,” Gonzales said.Andrea Drusch writes about local government for the San Antonio Report. She's covered politics in Washington, D.C., and Texas for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, National Journal and Politico.
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