White v. State

Because the trial court did not establish that the appellant waived counsel in a “knowing, intelligent, and voluntary” manner, we reverse and remand for a new restitution hearing.

The appellant was charged by information with one count of grand theft of over $100,000 from a McDonald’s restaurant. The appellant pled no contest and was sentenced to 10 years’ imprisonment to be followed by 20 years’ probation. The trial court ordered restitution but reserved jurisdiction to determine the amount.

After sentencing but before the restitution amount was determined, defense counsel filed a motion to…