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United States v. Rodriguez Martinez

Citation: 633 F. App'x 617Docket: No. 15-10215

Court: Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit; February 16, 2016; Federal Appellate Court

Narrative Opinion Summary

The attorney representing Martin Rodriguez Martinez has requested permission to withdraw from the case and has submitted an Anders brief, which assesses the lack of nonfrivolous issues for appeal. Rodriguez Martinez has responded to this brief. After reviewing both the brief and the relevant case records, the court agrees with the attorney's conclusion regarding the absence of viable appellate issues. Consequently, the court grants the motion to withdraw, relieves the attorney of further responsibilities, and dismisses the appeal. The opinion is designated not for publication and does not serve as precedent, except under specific conditions outlined in the local rules.

Legal Issues Addressed

Court's Agreement with Anders Brief Conclusion

Application: The court agrees with the attorney's conclusion that there are no viable appellate issues and grants the motion to withdraw.

Reasoning: After reviewing both the brief and the relevant case records, the court agrees with the attorney's conclusion regarding the absence of viable appellate issues.

Non-Precedential Status of Opinion

Application: This opinion is marked as not for publication and will not serve as precedent, except under specific local rule conditions.

Reasoning: The opinion is designated not for publication and does not serve as precedent, except under specific conditions outlined in the local rules.

Withdrawal of Counsel under Anders Brief

Application: The attorney representing Martin Rodriguez Martinez has submitted an Anders brief, indicating a thorough examination of the case found no nonfrivolous issues for appeal.

Reasoning: The attorney representing Martin Rodriguez Martinez has requested permission to withdraw from the case and has submitted an Anders brief, which assesses the lack of nonfrivolous issues for appeal.