Pittman v. State

Jordan, Justice.

Pittman appeals his conviction and sentence for armed robbery pursuant to a plea of guilty.

Submitted September 12, 1972 Decided October 23, 1972.

The transcript of the hearing before the trial judge discloses that the accused was present with counsel, that the judge informed the accused of the maximum and minimum punishment, ascertained from counsel that the accused had been fully advised of his rights, asked the accused what he wanted to do, and that the accused stated, "I plead guilty.” In response to further questioning the accused stated, "I am guilty,” and, in response to…