Montgomery v. State

Anthony Montgomery appeals his convictions for first degree murder, attempted robbery, and unlawful possession of a firearm. We affirm.

Just prior to trial, Montgomery’s defense counsel requested that the State’s latest plea offer and Montgomery’s rejection of that plea be put in the record. When the trial court asked Montgomery what he wished to do regarding the plea offer, Montgomery responded: “I don’t have no defense and my lawyers have a conflict.” At that point, he was cautioned not to discuss his case. Montgomery now argues that he is entitled to a new trial because the trial court…