Hinton v. State

hOn September 22, 2014, a Pulaski County jury found appellant, James E. Hinton III, guilty of aggravated robbery, theft of property, and possession of á defaced firearm. He was sentenced to ten, five, and five years’ imprisonment, respectively, with the sentences to run concurrently. Additionally, Hinton was charged as a habitual offender, and each conviction was enhanced by five years pursuant to Ark.Code Ann. § 16-90-120. Accordingly, Hinton was sentenced to a total of fifteen years’ imprisonment.

From his convictions, Hinton filed his timely notice of appeal. The court of appeals certified…