Perkins v. State

OPINION

SCHUMACHER, Judge.

Donald Edward Perkins appeals the post-conviction court’s decision that (1) he failed to prove he mistakenly believed he could withdraw his guilty plea if the trial court rejected the sentencing recommendations, and (2) the trial court did not abuse its discretion by departing from the guidelines and sentencing him to the statutory maximum, and imposing a $12,000 fine. We affirm in part, reverse in part, and remand.

FACTS

On September 3,1993, Perkins met A.L. in a bar. A.L. gave Perkins a ride to his hotel, and helped him carry beer up to his room. In the room, Perkins…