Jackson v. State

BOEHM, Justice.

We hold that a trial court may find a knowing and voluntary waiver of a defendant’s right to be present at his jury trial if (1) the defendant knew his trial date and (2) the defendant did not provide an adequate explanation for his absence from trial. We also hold that a trial court is not required to readvise a defendant of his right to counsel or the perils of self-representation when the- trial court revokes a defendant’s attorney’s pro hac vice status if (1) the defendant was advised of his right to have appointed counsel at his initial hearing and (2) the defendant had…