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Rapist May Be Released After 25 Years
By wfaa.com
Published: 01/28/2011

DALLAS — It was an emotional day for a 61-year-old Dallas man who is expected to be released from prison after almost 25 years behind bars.

Larry Sims was convicted of rape in 1986. Evidence now shows he did not commit the crime.

During Thursday morning's brief hearing at the Crowley Courthouse, a judge heard the evidence against Sims. Shortly after, he was released on bail, based on favorable findings for DNA testing.

The judge also apologized to Sims on behalf of the state of Texas.

The release did come with an unexpected turn of events. The Texas Department of Corrections continued to hold Sims. Officials from that office said they must attach an electronic monitoring device to him before he is released.

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