State v. Dobbins, 2006-Ca-18 (4-6-2007)

OPINION

{¶ 1} William H. Dobbins, Jr., appeals from his conviction and sentence in Miami County Municipal Court following a no-contest plea to charges of driving under the influence of alcohol and disorderly conduct.

{¶ 2} Dobbins advances three assignments of error on appeal. First, he contends the trial court erred in failing to obtain a valid waiver of his right to counsel. Second, he claims the trial court erred in accepting a no-contest plea that was not entered knowingly, intelligently, and voluntarily. Third, he contends the trial court erred in finding him guilty and sentencing him…