State v. Moten
Court of Appeals of Washington
1Opinion of the CourtGrosse, J.
— Moten appeals a standard range sentence he negotiated as part of a plea agreement. He claims the sentence is cruel and unusual punishment and a violation of equal protection, arguing that his sentence for criminal solicitation under RCW 9A.28.030 was longer than the sentence he would have received for attempt or conspiracy to commit an offense under RCW 69.50.407. But Moten specifically waived his right to appeal the sentence, and he does not challenge the jurisdiction of the court or the circumstances in which the plea was made. He received the benefit of his bargain. Accordingly, we…
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