Overview
- Judge Rosie Speedlin-Gonzalez surrendered to authorities, was booked into the Bexar County Jail, posted a $40,000 bond, and was released.
- She is charged with unlawful restraint by a judicial officer, a second-degree felony, and misdemeanor official oppression.
- Prosecutors say the charges stem from a Dec. 17, 2024 hearing where she ordered defense attorney Elizabeth Russell handcuffed and seated in the jury box during a dispute over procedure.
- Bexar County District Attorney Joe Gonzales recused his office, and Brian Cromeens was appointed special prosecutor; the case is assigned to the 379th District Court under Judge Ron Rangel.
- Through counsel, Speedlin-Gonzalez denies wrongdoing and vows to fight the case as she continues her campaign in the March primary.