People v. Lucy

Eotis Lucy, Jr., and Ms codefendant while represented by counsel pled guilty to the included offense of assault with intent to rob being-armed contrary to MCLA § 750.89 (Stat Ann 1962 Rev § 28.284). Defendant was sentenced on May 27, 1969 and timely petitioned for appellate counsel. Within 60 days after the order of appointment counsel filed a timely claim of appeal. It is contended that the lower court erred in failing to follow the guilty plea procedure enunciated in People v. Taylor (1968), 9 Mich App 333. In particular it is contended that the lower court failed to inquire sua sponte as…