Smith v. State

Calvin Smith appeals the denial of a motion to correct illegal sentence and an un-sworn “motion to dismiss” court-appointed counsel’s lien for fees. We affirm.

The only allegation of merit is appellant’s claim that he did not receive prior notice and an opportunity to be heard regarding the assessment of court-appointed counsel’s fees. If true, appellant would be entitled to relief. See Townsend v. State, 604 So.2d 885 (Fla. 2d DCA 1992); Smiley v. State, 590 So.2d 1116 (Fla. 4th DCA 1991); Buiey v. State, 583 So.2d 384 (Fla. 1st DCA 1991). The trial court denied relief, erroneously holding…