State v. Johnson

Charles A. Johnson was convicted on his guilty plea of attempted first degree assault. The order setting the restitution hearing was entered more than 180 days after sentencing, exceeding the limit provided in RCW 9.94A.142(1). The trial judge found good cause to continue the hearing and set restitution. Mr. Johnson, disputing good cause, appealed. We decide the trial court acted without statutory authority. Additionally, inadvertence or attorney oversight does not establish good cause under RCW 9.94A.142(1). Harmless error is inapplicable even without a showing of prejudice to Mr. Johnson.…