Jones v. State

Adams, Judge.

Timothy Jones appeals from the denial of his motion to correct a void sentence.

In July 1999, Jones was convicted by a jury of possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, obstruction or hindering of a law enforcement officer and reckless driving. During sentencing, the fact that Jones was facing five additional felony cases was revealed. The trial court temporarily suspended the sentencing proceedings to give defense counsel and the prosecution an opportunity to discuss these charges to see if they could “get rid of those right now.” Following plea negotiations, Jones entered…