Holt v. State

Benjamin Rayce Holt appeals the summary denial of his motion for postconviction relief in which he asserts his plea was involuntary because his attorney misinformed him of the maximum sentences he faced. The trial court’s order does not adequately address Holt’s argument; accordingly, we reverse and remand.

Holt asserts that he was charged with second-degree burglary and violation of probation. The state sought to have Holt classified as a habitual offender. When presented with the state’s negotiated plea agreement, counsel allegedly stated that due to his sentencing guidelines score he would…