Jones v. State

Dwayne Jones timely appeals his conviction for burglary of a dwelling with a battery and attempted false imprisonment. Jones raises three issues on appeal, only one of which merits discussion. He contends the lower court erred when it denied his motion to continue the trial. We agree, and reverse and remand for a new trial.

Jones was arrested on March 25, 2009. The public defender was appointed to represent him on April 27, 2009, and trial was set for July 13, 2009. On July 9th, Jones’s attorney filed a motion to withdraw, and conflict counsel was appointed the same day. On July 13th, the…