McElvane v. State

SHIVERS, Chief Judge.

Appellant appeals from the trial court’s denial of his motion for post conviction relief filed pursuant to Florida Rule of Criminal Procedure 3.850.

Appellant pled guilty to theft and burglary charges and signed a form entitled “plea of guilty and negotiated sentence” indicating, inter alia, (1) that he freely and voluntarily negotiated a sentence of 6½ years, (2) that he gave up his right to trial by pleading guilty, and (3) that he and his attorney further discussed the case and he fully understands the case and is satisfied with the services of his attorney.

Appellant…