Charles Smith v. State of Mississippi

IRVING, P.J.,

FOR THE COURT:

¶ 1. Charles Smith appeals the judgment of the Clay County Circuit Court, arguing that the trial court erred by not informing him of his rights as a pro se litigant under Uniform Rule of Circuit and County Court 8.05.

¶ 2. Finding no error, we affirm.

FACTS

¶ 3. On April 5, 2012, Smith was indicted for the murder of Bennie Oaks, which occurred on September 4, 2011. Prior to trial, the court appointed counsel to represent Smith; however, Smith informed the court that-he wanted to represent himself. After a mental evaluation of Smith,- the doctor that had examined him…