SAN ANTONIO — A San Antonio City Council member's DWI case was reset for a third time Tuesday. It was the first time District 10 Councilman Marc Whyte was in court since his DWI arrest in December.
"We got to let the legal process play out and then we're going to see where we are at the end of this," Whyte said. "But I'm never going to shy away from it, and this is what it is, and I have to deal with it now."
Whyte was pulled over by police on the north side when officers say he was speeding and swerving between lanes without a signal.
Whyte was taken into custody the night of Dec. 29 on the north side, when officials say he showed signs of intoxication. He was released the next day after posting bond, and later said he "did not feel intoxicated" when he drove home. Still Whyte took ownership and apologized for the incident.
"I've been very clear that I did not feel intoxicated on the night," he said on Tuesday.
In January, he was censured and suspended from his committee assignments on council, but was reinstated last month. Whyte maintains, that despite facing charges and being reprimanded, it hasn't changed his focus in representing District 10.
"This is having absolutely no effect at all on the work I do across the street at City Hall," he said. "I am fully focused on serving the residents of District 10 and the City of San Antonio. Let me tell you, there's a ton that we need to do over there, and so that's got my 100% attention. We're at full strength. We're already talking about the 2025 budget. We're talking about, you know, our city attorney right now and what needs to happen there. I am fully focused on the business of the city."
On Tuesday, prosecutors asked the judge for more time to review evidence. No formal charges have been filed at this point.
Driving while intoxicated carries a punishment of up to 180 days in jail and/or a fine of up to $2,000 for adults who are convicted. Those found guilty may also have their license suspended for two years.
Whyte's next court hearing is scheduled for June 20.
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