State v. Beckett, 06 Ha 584 (6-21-2007)

OPINION

{¶ 1} Defendant-appellant Wendell Beckett appeals from his conviction for escape, a violation of R.C. 2921.34(A)(1), a third degree felony, that was entered in the Harrison County Common Pleas Court. Four issues are raised in this appeal. The first issue is whether the amendment to the indictment changed the identity or name of the charge. The second issue is whether Beckett's speedy trial rights were violated. The third issue is whether Beckett was denied counsel. The final issue is whether the jury should have been instructed on the crime of aiding escape, a violation of R.C. 291.35.…