Franklin v. Warden

After the defendant pleaded guilty to one count of breaking and entering and was presented for sentence, the state’s attorney recommended a sentence of not less than two nor more than four years in the state prison. Counsel for the defendant suggested that a term of eighteen months to three years “would be more than sufficient.” After inquiring of the defendant if he wished to say anything, the following transpired:

“The Court: The sentence of the court in State against Frederick Franklin is that he be confined in the State’s Prison for not less than eighteen months nor more than two years.

The…