Julin Robertson v. State

OPINION

MARTHA HILL JAMISON, Justice.

Appellant Julin Robertson appeals his sentences for two counts of aggravated robbery on the ground that the sentences are grossly disproportionate to the crimes in violation of the Eighth Amendment to the United States Constitution. We affirm.

Background

On June 30, 2011, Kristian Lavergne stole a car. He picked up appellant, and they drove to a convenience store. Appellant exited the vehicle, approached a woman in her truck, and asked her for change. Appellant then leaned into the woman’s truck and attempted to take her purse. As the woman held onto her…