UPDATE: CHASE LAYNE PATIN CHARGING DOCUMENTS REVEALED
We’re learning more about the incident where Chase Layne Patin allegedly shot and wounded a Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputy Wednesday evening.
According to court documents, HCSO deputies responded around 7:45 p.m. to a family disturbance in Channelview. Investigators say Patin allegedly approached his mother with a handgun, demanded the keys to her vehicle, followed her inside the home, and fired a shot into the ceiling while she was on the phone with 911.
When deputies arrived, investigators allege Patin opened fire, shooting Deputy Javier Perez-Garcia multiple times. Patin then allegedly fled the scene in Perez-Garcia’s marked patrol vehicle while another deputy gave chase.
According to the affidavit, Perez-Garcia was transported to Memorial Hermann Hospital in the Medical Center, where he underwent surgery after suffering gunshot wounds to both legs and damage to his intestines. He was listed in stable condition when the affidavit was prepared. 129084811
Patin is charged with four counts of aggravated assault of a peace officer, unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon, and theft of property valued between $30,000 and $150,000.
Under Texas law, aggravated assault against a public servant under the applicable provision is a first-degree felony, punishable by 5 to 99 years or life in prison on each count. Texas Statutes Unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon is a third-degree felony, carrying 2 to 10 years, while theft of $30,000 to less than $150,000 is a second-degree felony, carrying 2 to 20 years. Texas Statutes
If Patin were convicted on all six charges and each first-degree count received 99 years, the individual statutory maximums add up to 426 years in prison. That does not mean he would actually receive a 426-year sentence. Whether sentences run concurrently or consecutively and the punishment ultimately imposed would depend on the convictions, applicable sentencing rules, and the court.