State v. Hartfield

Toal, Justice:

Hartfield was found guilty of trafficking in marijuana and possession of crack cocaine with intent to distribute. He received a twenty year sentence and a $25,000 fine for possession of crack cocaine with intent to distribute and a ten year sentence to be served concurrently and $10,000 fine for trafficking in marijuana. On appeal, Hartfield argues that the trial court erred in ruling that he could not present the defense of insanity or attempt to obtain a verdict of guilty but mentally ill. We agree and, therefore, reverse and remand for a new trial.

FACTS

Hartfield was arrested…