Maxwell v. State

Mark Jack Maxwell appeals his judgment and sentence for felony driving under the influence; felony driving while license suspended, revoked, or canceled; and driving under the influence resulting in property damage or personal injury pursuant to sections 316.193(l)(a) & (2)(b); 316.193(1), (3)(a) & (b); and 322.34(2), Florida Statutes (1999). He complains that the trial court forced him to proceed to a jury trial without benefit of counsel. We disagree.

The chronology of events follows:

October 27,1999 — Maxwell was arrested and charged by citation.

February 25, 2000 — An Information was filed…