The court proceedings on August 1, 2025, in the 187th District Court, presided over by Judge Stephanie Boyd, focused on the case of the State vs. Cepedes. A significant point of discussion was the availability of female Crime Scene Investigators (CSIs) in the San Antonio area. It was revealed that only one female CSI was available to handle cases involving female complainants, which raised concerns about the potential delays in evidence collection.

During the testimony, it was noted that the complainant might have had to wait for the female CSI to become available or could have opted to take pictures herself. The investigator involved in the case confirmed that he would write a report and upload photos after the scene was processed, but he could not confirm whether the complainant chose to wait for the female CSI.

The defense questioned the investigator about the options provided to the complainant regarding the wait for a female CSI, but the investigator could not recall if she waited. Additionally, it was highlighted that the investigator, who was not fluent in Spanish, relied on other officers for translation during interactions with the complainant.

Following this testimony, Officer Maritza Garcia was called to the stand, indicating the continuation of witness testimonies in the trial. The proceedings underscore the challenges faced in ensuring proper protocol and support for victims in sensitive cases, particularly regarding gender considerations in forensic investigations. The court will continue to address these issues as the trial progresses.