State v. Contreras-Castillo

[¶ 1] Adolfo Contreras-Castillo appealed an order denying his motion to withdraw his guilty plea. Contreras-Castillo argues the district court erred in its decision, claiming that during the change of plea hearing, the court did not advise him of immigration consequences before accepting his guilty plea.

[¶ 2] In March 2016, Contreras-Castillo was charged with murdering his brother. At his initial appearance, the district court advised him of his rights, including the immigration consequences of a guilty plea or a finding of guilt. Contreras-Castillo stated he understood his rights, the…