State v. Blanchard

Lakitek, J. S. C.

This matter arises upon a petition for post-conviction relief filed by Carlton Blanchard pursuant to B. B. 3 :10A-1 et seq. In his petition defendant asserted three grounds for relief: (1) he was denied a fair trial; (2) the sentence was excessive, and (3) the conviction was void because of the failure of the court to advise him of his right to appeal.

A hearing was held before this court at which time oral arguments were heard, defendant’s testimony taken and written briefs submitted by both parties.

At the hearing defendant understandably abandoned and withdrew grounds No. 2…