State v. Clayton

DUNLAP, Justice Pro tern.:

Defendant appellant Clayton was charged with assault with a deadly weapon with intent to commit murder. Since Clayton was indigent, counsel was appointed by a magistrate at the time of the initial arraignment. That counsel continued to represent defendant through the preliminary hearing and other district court appearances. Prior to trial, defendant moved for a substitution of counsel. A hearing was held during which the defendant expressed dissatisfaction with his appointed attorney. Further argument on this matter took place on the day of trial. The trial court…