United States v. Benedict

DECISION AND ORDER

LARIMER, Chief Judge.

On June 8, 2001, defendant Lawrence Benedict (“Benedict”) pleaded guilty to Count 2 of the indictment charging a violation of 18 U.S.C. § 2252(a)(1) (knowingly and unlawfully transporting child pornography in interstate commerce by mail). The plea was entered pursuant to a detailed written plea agreement. Approximately five months after entry of the guilty plea, on November 13, 2001, Benedict, now represented by new counsel, filed a motion to withdraw the guilty plea. Defendant seeks withdrawal of the guilty plea pursuant to Rule 32(e) of the Federal…