Bowen v. State

Appellant Sasha Bowen was convicted of second degree murder. He now appeals his sentence of “life in prison ... with the possibility of parole” and the denial of his motion to disqualify the trial court judge. We agree with Appellant that his sentence is not one recognized by law and accordingly reverse for resentencing. We affirm on all other issues, raised in the appeal.

Background

Appellant and two other men conspired to rob a young man. During the course of the robbery, the victim was shot and killed. . A jury found Appellant guilty of second degree murder and made specific factual findings…