They had a trial in District Court and were found guilty.
They appealed to circuit court.
They were told they could plead guilty and appeal for a lower sentence.
They were told the judge would give them 6 months.
They had a trial in circuit court and were found guilty again.
You have ordered the transcript and you are appealing again.
What is true and what is false?
TRUE - The case was in Lowndes County
TRUE - They had a trial in District Court and were found guilty.
TRUE - They appealed to Circuit Court
We were urged to plead guilty because one of the charges carried a 6 month jail term and if they were found guilty the Judge could impose the 6 month sentence. He also said that if we plead guilty we could still appeal.
TRUE - They had a trial in Circuit Court and were found guilty again.
TRUE - I am getting a copy of the transcripts. Have spoken with the Court Reporter and he is to call me when they are ready.
