Matchett v. State

I disagree with the plurality’s treatment of the first point of error.1

Immediately prior to trial, appellant pled guilty to the offense of capital murder. The trial judge complied with art. 26.13(a)(1) by informing appellant of the range of punishment. However, the parties agree the trial judge did not admonish appellant pursuant to *942art. 26.13(a)(2-4). Appellant contends this was reversible error; the State contends the admonishments required by article 26.13(a)(2-4) were inapplicable in the instant case.

Art. 26.13(a)(2) requires that prior to accepting a plea of guilty, the court shall,…