Wade v. State

OPINION

SUMMERS, Judge.

The appellant, John Phillip Wade, was indicted for the aggravated rape and aggravated sexual battery of his stepdaughter. At the time of the offense, the victim was less than thirteen (18) years of age. Pursuant to a negotiated plea agreement, the state dropped the aggravated rape charge and recommended that the appellant receive the minimum penalty for aggravated sexual battery. Appellant pled guilty to aggravated sexual battery and received an eight (8) year sentence.

Appellant filed two separate petitions for post-conviction relief which were denied. In this…