Bell v. State

Counsel file a belated motion for attorney’s fees more than five months after the mandate was issued in this appeal. Counsel’s reason for filing late was based on their impression that, because this court reversed this case with directions for a suppression hearing, they believed their services for appeal purposes would not end until the suppression hearing had been conducted. Counsel offer no citation of authority to support their belief, and we know of none. Alternatively, counsel request payment of fees for services rendered prior to the issuance of the mandate.

To be awarded attorney’s…