State v. Pillow, 2007 Ca 102 (11-14-2008)

OPINION

{¶ 1} Defendant-appellant George E. Pillow appeals from his conviction and sentence for one count of aggravated robbery, in violation of R.C. § 2911.01(A)(1), a felony of the first degree.

{¶ 2} On August 2, 2007, Pillow was charged by secret indictment with one count of aggravated robbery. At his arraignment on August 10, 2007, Pillow entered a plea of not guilty.

{¶ 3} Prior to the trial in this matter, Pillow requested that he be allowed to proceed pro se. On October 10, 2007, the trial court held a hearing in order to rule on Pillow's request. After the hearing, the trial court…