Gomez v. State

Jesus Gomez appeals the trial court’s denial of his motion to vacate or set aside judgment and sentence pursuant to Florida Rule of Criminal Procedure 3.850. Because we find error in the trial court’s failure to allow Gomez to correct the insuf- ficiencies in his motion and its failure to attach supporting documents, such as the plea agreements or plea colloquy, to its decision, we reverse and remand.

On August 16,1999, Gomez was arrested and charged with one count of false imprisonment, one count of domestic battery, and one count of tampering. After the arrest, the State of Florida filed an…