81R4825 MG-D
By: Crownover H.R. No. 168
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Robert Mark Spears has distinguished himself
through his notable service to the Denton County Sheriff's Office;
and
WHEREAS, Mark Spears began his law enforcement career in 1984
as a jailer for the Dallas County Sheriff's Office; he went on to
hold various positions, including patrol supervisor, narcotics
investigator, and CID supervisor with both Dallas and Parker
Counties; in 1994, he joined the Rockwall County Sheriff's Office
and built a solid reputation as a highway interdiction agent; and
WHEREAS, Since March 2008, Deputy Spears has been a dedicated
member of the Denton County Sheriff's Office; for five months, he
worked on an undercover investigation conducted by the department
and federal authorities, and he proved instrumental to the success
of the operation; his intuition, bravery, and quick responses
helped secure the apprehension of seven drug dealers who were
subsequently charged with bribery, money laundering, and criminal
conspiracy; and
WHEREAS, Deputy Spears demonstrated great skill and
professionalism while engaged in a potentially dangerous endeavor,
and in so doing, he has made a significant contribution to the
safety and security of Denton County residents; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby commend Robert Mark Spears for his outstanding
efforts as a Denton County deputy sheriff and extend to him sincere
best wishes for continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Deputy Spears as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.