SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 700
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Theodore "Ted" Charles Hake, who is retiring after
nearly four decades of outstanding service to the people of
Hidalgo County; and
WHEREAS, Ted Hake began his long and distinguished career
in Hidalgo County in 1979 as an assistant criminal district
attorney; throughout his career, he has served in the Appeals
Section of the Office of the Criminal District Attorney, and he
is retiring as chief of the section; and
WHEREAS, A graduate of the Saint Mary's University School
of Law, Mr. Hake has diligently represented the state's
interests in all facets of post-conviction litigation and in a
wide range of cases, including capital crimes; and
WHEREAS, Talented and resourceful, he has handled his many
duties with exceptional efficiency, dedication, and a thorough
knowledge of the law; he has developed and implemented policies
to ensure the success of his office, and he has served as a mentor
to countless young attorneys; and
WHEREAS, An exemplary public servant, he is respected and
admired by his colleagues and area citizens, and his presence in
the Office of the Criminal District Attorney will be greatly
missed; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th
Legislature, hereby commend Theodore Charles Hake on his
exceptional service to the people of Hidalgo County and extend to
him best wishes for continued success in all his endeavors; and,
be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Hinojosa
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 6, 2019.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate