People v. Harrison

I concur in the result because of the mandate of People v Rogers, 412 Mich 669; 316 NW2d 701 (1982), but write separately to express concern over what may be perceived as a growing tendency on the part of the Michigan appellate system to exalt form over substance.

A review of the briefs and transcript in this case reveals that no manifest injustice occurred. Defendant was aware, through the plea-bargaining proceedings, that he would receive a sentence of life or any term of years. He could not reasonably believe that the sentencing judge would place him on probation after he pled guilty to…