Narrative Opinion Summary
Juan DeArmas appeals his judgment and sentence for trafficking in cocaine, conspiracy to traffic in cocaine, and possession of cocaine. The court finds no merit in his appeal arguments except for the claim regarding the possession conviction, which was not included in the charges against him. As a result, the court affirms the sentences for trafficking and conspiracy but vacates the sentence for possession of cocaine, remanding the case for correction of the judgment. Judges Scheb and Threadgill concur in the decision.
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Appellate Review of Convictionssubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The appellate court reviews the arguments presented by the appellant and determines that most claims lack merit, affirming the convictions for trafficking and conspiracy.
Reasoning: The court finds no merit in his appeal arguments except for the claim regarding the possession conviction, which was not included in the charges against him.
Correction of Judgment for Uncharged Offensesubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The court identifies an error in the judgment concerning the conviction for possession of cocaine, as it was not part of the original charges, leading to the vacating of the sentence.
Reasoning: As a result, the court affirms the sentences for trafficking and conspiracy but vacates the sentence for possession of cocaine, remanding the case for correction of the judgment.