Ex Parte Brown

OPINION

DALLY, Judge.

In this habeas corpus proceeding, petitioner seeks a reduction in his bail pending appeal.

On January 17, 1977, petitioner, after pleading guilty to aggravated robbery, was sentenced to no less than 5 nor more than 10 years in prison. During this robbery, which petitioner committed with another man, the victim was shot. Petitioner filed notice of appeal on January 24. On April 6, appeal bond was set at $50,000.00.

After the petitioner’s arrest, he was released on a bond of $10,000.00. He remained free pending trial for three years, during which time he remained in the…