Hairgrove v. State

Donald D. Hairgrove appeals his convictions for first degree burglary and first degree robbery, and his subsequent sentence to life imprisonment without parole. Before his jury trial, Hairgrove waived his right to counsel and proceeded pro se. Hairgrove raises several issues on appeal. We reverse the trial court's judgment on the grounds that Hairgrove was not adequately informed of his rights regarding his waiver of the right to counsel. We need not address Hairgrove's additional arguments at this time.

A defendant's right to self-representation is guaranteed by the Sixth Amendment. Faretta…