Jones v. State

EYLER, JAMES R., J.

Steven Jones, appellant, was convicted by a jury, sitting in the Circuit Court for Washington County, of attempted first degree murder, first degree assault, use of a handgun in the commission of a crime of violence, possession of a handgun under the age of 21, and wearing, carrying or transporting a handgun on or about one’s person. After merging offenses, the court imposed a sentence of 40 years for attempted first degree murder, and a consecutive ten year sentence for the use of a handgun in the commission of a crime of violence.

On appeal, appellant contends that the…