Mescher v. State

OPINION

HOFFMAN, Judge.

Appellant-defendant Bradley A. Meseher appeals his conviction upon his plea of guilty to a charge of operating a vehicle while intoxicated. The facts relevant to the appeal are set forth below.

On May 8, 1996, Meseher was charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated, a Class A misdemeanor. That same day, Meseher was advised of his rights by a televised advisement given to all defendants before the commencement of misdemeanor traffic court. At his individual hearing, Meseher informed the trial court that he understood the charge and his rights, and that he wished to…