Nash v. State

Blackburn, Judge.

David Lee Nash appeals his conviction of burglary. On appeal, he contends he was denied his right to represent himself and his right of allocution, that his character was improperly placed in issue, and that the trial court’s charge on the burden of proof was improper. His enumerations of error do not require reversal.

1. Immediately prior to striking a jury, Nash expressed his desire to represent himself. The trial court inquired as to whether Nash understood the dangers of proceeding without counsel. After a discussion regarding Nash’s ability to represent himself, Nash…