People v. Martin

Defendants, Alphonse Martin and James Martin, appeal from the sentences imposed on their convictions for attempt murder entered on guilty pleas. The circuit court of Rock Island County sentenced each of the defendants to a term of from 14 to 28 years.

The sole issue on appeal is whether the sentences imposed were excessive.

The factual basis for the pleas established that on November 22, 1976, Alphonse Martin shot his stepfather, John Martin, in the chest following a chase on foot. James Martin took part in the chase and also fired shots at his stepfather. The presentence reports revealed James…