Beckman v. State

OPINION

BRYNER, Chief Judge.

Michael L. Beckman was convicted of escape in the second degree, former AS 11.56.310(a)(1)(B). Beckman appeals, contending that the trial court erred in failing to dismiss his indictment and in improperly instructing the jury concerning the elements of the offense. We reverse.

FACTS

Beckman was originally convicted of passing forged checks. Superior Court Judge Milton M. Souter sentenced Beck-man to serve seven years and nine months in prison with five years suspended. After serving the unsuspended portion of his sentence Beckman was released. However, in the summer…