People v. Baker

Post-conviction petition.

Trial court denied.

Baker appeals.

We are required to reverse.

On September 29, 1975, a complaint was filed charging the defendant with the offense of murder. At his initial appearance, Baker indicated that he wished to waive counsel. Due to the severity of the charge and the sentence which could be imposed, however, the trial court appointed an attorney to consult with him concerning his waiver of counsel.

Defendant was arraigned on October 17,1975, and noted that he had consulted with the appointed attorney on three occasions and that he was satisfied with his…