People v. Bingaman

After a nonjury trial, defendant was convicted of armed robbery, MCL 750.529; MSA 28.797, and assault with intent to commit murder, MCL 750.83; MSA 28.278. Defendant was sentenced to imprisonment for from 20 to 85 years, and he appeals as of right.

I

Defendant argues that the trial court erred by declining to suppress evidence of inculpatory statements defendant made during custodial interrogation by state troopers. Defendant was 16 years old at the time he committed the crimes. JCR 6 provides in part:

"1. Right to Counsel: Duty to Advise.

"(b) A custodial confession made by a child to a peace…