![]() ![]() Smith's attorney had been seeking to have evidence in the case thrown out, claiming his constitutional rights were violated during the investigation into the murders. Since the sentences will be served consecutively, the defendant will be required to complete his first sentence prior to starting his second sentence." However, the defendant indicated he would agree to plead guilty to two counts of murder with sentences of life in prison plus 35 years in prison and this resolution was accepted by Abbaney and Deja's family as well as the State. ![]() "The State was prepared to proceed to trial in June. "We are grateful that this case was resolved with the defendant receiving very significant prison sentences and that the family will not have to go through the process of a murder trial," Walker said. Smith was additionally charged with the offense of capital murder but was not eligible for the death penalty based upon applicable case law, according to a statement released Thursday afternoon by Hunt County District Attorney Noble D. Jacques Dshawn Smith of Rowlett was sentenced to life in prison, plus 35 years in prison for the Februmurders of Abbaney Nicole Matts and Deja Monica Matts. ![]() May 18-Guilty pleas were entered and prison sentences handed down today in connection with a double murder in Hunt County. : Sentinel (The Ashen Court) (9781532807978) by Ballard, Chad and a great selection of similar New, Used and Collectible Books available now at great prices. Chad Ballard Sentinel (The Ashen Court) Paperback Decemby Chad Ballard (Author), Lindsey Burcar (Illustrator) 28 ratings See all formats and editions Kindle 3.90 Read with Our Free App Paperback 12.95 6 New from 12. ![]()
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