People v. Moses W.

Respondent, Moses W., appeals the judgment of the trial court revoking his probation. Respondent argues that the trial court erred in denying his motion for substitution of judge and that the subsequent revocation order was therefore void. We agree and reverse.

BACKGROUND

In August 2001, the State filed a petition for adjudication of delinquency, alleging that respondent committed the offenses of attempted robbery and aggravated battery. Respondent pled guilty, and the Honorable Thomas E. Mueller sentenced him to 60 months’ probation and placed him at Arrowhead Ranch.

In May 2002, the State…