Bell v. State

OPINION

BARTEAU, Judge.

The trial judge denied Bell's motion for change of judge. Bell contends that doing so amounts to an abuse of discretion requiring reversal of his convictions. We agree, reverse the convictions, and remand with instruction to grant Bell's motion for change of judge.

FACTS

The facts pertinent to this issue are that Bell was charged with ten counts relating to the sale or purchase of marijuana and co caine. One of the counts alleged a conspiracy with Kenny Richardson to deal marijuana. Richardson was granted use immunity and testified against Bell.

Prior to trial, Bell filed a…