Williams v. State

Gary A. Williams appeals from the denial of his Florida Rule of Criminal Procedure 3.800(a) motion. In his Volusia County case, Williams was charged with capital sexual battery upon a person less than twelve years of age. He entered into a favorable negotiated plea in which he pled nolo contendere in return for the lesser charge of attempted sexual battery while in a position of familial or custodial authority, a first-degree felony. As further consideration for his plea, the State agreed not to file charges in a separate case.

Williams’ written plea agreement, which he and his counsel signed,…