Monestime v. State

Ocroimi Monestime appeals from the summary denial of his rule 3.850 motion for post-conviction relief. We find that the trial court erred in denying the 3.850 motion without a hearing and reverse.

On November 1, 1999, Monestime pleaded guilty to trafficking in cocaine, 28-200 grams, trafficking in cocaine, 200-4000 grams, and possession of paraphernalia. Prior to the plea hearing, the trial court inquired as to whether Monestime felt comfortable proceeding in English. Monestime responded that he did, and defense counsel stated, “I spoke with him in depth. I spoke in English and he understands…