Wright v. State

McMurray, Presiding Judge.

The defendant was convicted of six counts of armed robbery of several fast food restaurant outlets. Following the denial of his motion for new trial, as amended, he appeals. Held:

1. Counsel for defendant, a public defender, at trial moved for a continuance contending he needed more time to interview witnesses. Defendant contends the denial of his motion violated his right to due process, effective assistance of counsel, confrontation of witnesses, meaningful access to the courts, and equal protection, that is, to be free from cruel and unusual punishment and to have…