State v. DEMAIO

HUNTER, JR., Robert N., Judge.

Francis Louis Demaio (“Defendant”) appeals from judgments entered on his pleas of guilty to trafficking in opium and obtaining a controlled substance by fraud or forgery. Defendant argues the trial court erred in determining that a factual basis for Defendant’s plea had been established. Defendant further argues the trial court erred in finding that Defendant’s plea was an informed choice made freely, voluntarily, and understandingly.

Recognizing Defendant is not entitled to an appeal as a matter of right on this issue, Defendant filed a petition for writ of…