People v. Morgan

Opinion

RACANELLI, P. J.

Defendant was charged by information, in three counts, with murder, attempted murder and aggravated assault arising out of the senseless shooting of two people in Golden Gate Park. In addition to enhancement allegations, special circumstances were alleged, the prosecution indicating its intention to seek the death penalty. Defendant originally pled not guilty and not guilty by reason of insanity.

Following extended pretrial proceedings, defendant withdrew his former pleas and pled guilty to first degree murder and attempted murder. He also admitted the firearm use and…