Peel v. State

OPINION

NAJAM, Judge.

STATEMENT OF THE CASE

Thomas A. Peel appeals the trial court’s denial of his motion to withdraw his guilty plea. Peel raises a single issue for our review, namely, whether the trial court abused its discretion when it denied Peel’s motion. We hold that the court did not abuse its discretion in denying Peel’s motion and, therefore, we affirm the court’s judgment.

FACTS AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY

On May 4, 2009, the State charged Peel with nonsupport of a dependent, as a Class C felony, based on Peel’s child support arrearage in excess of $15,000. In September of 2009, the State…