State v. Ward

Ronald Jack Ward appeals his sentence for the crime of attempted robbery in the first degree. We affirm.

Facts

Ward was charged with attempted robbery in the first degree, while armed with a deadly weapon. He pleaded guilty to the charge, in return for the State's agreement to drop the deadly weapon allegation.

Ward's offender score was 0. He had been convicted of a prior felony, but this was not counted in his score, due to its age. The standard range for the charge was calculated at 23.25 to 30.75 months. The State recommended a sentence of 28 months.

Ward asked the court to consider an…