Ramon Flores Jr. Sentenced to 17 Years in Prison
A Lubbock man received a 17-year prison term after pleading guilty to assaulting two public servants.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Criminal Justice
Ramon Flores Jr., 28, has been sentenced to 17 years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. The sentence follows his guilty plea to three counts of Assault Against a Public Servant stemming from a 2024 incident.
Why it matters
The sentencing concludes a legal process regarding injuries sustained by two deputies during a pursuit and subsequent confrontation. The outcome was influenced by an enhancement resulting from the defendant's prior convictions.
The defendant, who received 737 days of jail credit, was sentenced after pleading guilty to three counts of Assault Against a Public Servant. The prosecution secured the conviction following an incident that involved law enforcement deploying a taser.
The players
Ramon Flores Jr.
He is a 28-year-old defendant who was sentenced to 17 years in prison following a plea agreement for assaulting public servants.
The details
The incident began during a traffic stop at 38th Street and Avenue Q, eventually leading to a vehicle collision on Highway 62/82. During the apprehension on East County Road 6500 in East Lubbock, Flores put his vehicle in drive while deputies attempted to subdue him, resulting in injuries to two officers.
Timeline
In 2024, Flores injured two deputies during a pursuit.
In October 2024, a deputy conducted the initial traffic stop on Flores.
On September 24, 2026, Flores pleaded guilty to the three assault counts.
Legal Context
This sentencing highlights the stringent application of the Texas habitual offender sentencing enhancement statutes. Such legal mechanisms ensure that recidivism or prior convictions result in more significant prison terms than standard assault charges might otherwise warrant.
The resolution of this case settles the immediate legal proceedings regarding the safety of local deputies during traffic stops. The outcome reinforces the enforcement of assault laws aimed at protecting law enforcement officers in the Lubbock area.
The takeaway
This case serves as a stark reminder of the legal consequences for resisting arrest and injuring public officials. Defendants should be aware that prior criminal history significantly impacts the severity of sentences under state law.
Further reading
For more information on regional court proceedings, visit the Criminal Justice section.
