People v. Mayfield

Defendant pled guilty to larceny in a building, CLS 1961, § 750.356 (Stat Ann 1969 Cum Supp § 28.588), and contends he acted in reliance on the prosecutor’s promise of probation. The record does not support, corroborate or substantiate defendant’s contention, but rather overtly contradicts his allegation, as evidenced by the following exchange during the acceptance of defendant’s plea on arraignment:

“The Court: Has anyone promised you a light sentence if you plead guilty?

“Respondent : No, sir.”

Furthermore, the prosecutor explicitly denies promising probation for a guilty plea.

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