Legal Opinion
Williams v. State
District Court of Appeal of Florida
Decided July 11, 2006No. 1D04-2855PublishedCited by 4 opinions
1Opinion of the CourtKahn, C.J.
Nukarri K. Williams appeals his convictions and sentences for first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder. The State sought the death penalty, but the trial court sentenced Williams to life imprisonment. Williams argues the trial court reversibly erred by allowing Williams to retain counsel who did not meet all the requirements of Florida Rule of Criminal Procedure 3.112(f). We affirm the convictions and sentences.
BACKGROUND
One month before his trial, Williams’ family hired a private attorney, Mr. Colle-ton, whom Williams wished to have represent him. The trial judge conducted a…
2Cases cited18 opinions
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- Faretta v. CaliforniaSupreme Court of the United States · 1975
- Richardson v. StateSupreme Court of Florida · 1971
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- Johnston v. StateSupreme Court of Florida · 1986
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