State v. Wall

Alphonso Wall appeals from his disposition following convictions for two counts of simple assault, arguing that the trial court failed to state a valid aggravating factor to support its sentence under RCW 13.40.160(4)(b). We remand for resentencing.

Facts

Wall, age 17, was charged with assault in connection with two incidents, which occurred at West Seattle High School around noon on January 31, 1985. An 18-year-old female student was working as a library assistant on that day, and was opening the library doors to let the students in. The student testified that, as she opened the door and…