Steele v. State (Per Curiam)
Annotate this CaseAfter a jury trial, Petitioner was convicted of possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver, possession of drug paraphernalia, and simultaneous possession of drugs and firearms. Petitioner did not appeal but later sought leave to proceed with a belated appeal, contending that his retained attorney knew of his desire to appeal from the judgment but failed to file a notice of appeal. The Supreme Court denied Petitioner's motion, as (1) counsel was allowed to withdraw as Petitioner's attorney before the judgment of conviction was entered of record, and therefore, he was not responsible for perfecting an appeal; and (2) Petitioner failed to show good cause for his failure to comply with proper procedure.
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