State v. Wilson

HIGHTOWER, Judge.

Originally charged with possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, LSA-R.S. 40:967(A)(1), and conspiracy to engage in such conduct, LSA-R.S. 40:979, Don Wilson pled guilty to the latter offense in exchange for dismissal of the other count. After considering the Louisiana Felony Sentencing Guidelines and a presentence investigation report, the trial court deviated from the suggested grid cell and imposed a five-year term of imprisonment, along with a recommendation for intensive incarceration per LSA-R.S. 15:574.4. In this appeal, defendant challenges the upward…