State v. Thigpen, 07 Ma 186 (9-18-2008)

OPINION

{¶ 1} Counsel for Appellant Alonzo Thigpen has filed a no merit brief and motion to withdraw as counsel in this criminal appeal, pursuant toState v. Toney (1970), 23 Ohio App.2d 203, 262 N.E.2d 419. Appellant was charged with aggravated murder, attempted aggravated murder, and robbery. After Crim. R. 11 plea negotiations had taken place, he pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter, attempted murder and robbery, along with firearm specifications. Appellant and the prosecutor agreed to recommend an 18-year prison term, which was accepted by the trial court. Appellant then filed this…