P.v . Smith
Cornell Smith appeals his conviction on one count of bringing a deadly weapon into jail, in violation of Penal Code section 4574, subdivision (a).[1] He claims the court erred in permitting him to represent himself because he did not knowingly and intelligently waive his right to counsel. In a related claim, he argues the court should have revoked his in propria persona status and appointed stand by counsel to represent him when it became evident that he did not understand the nature of the charges against him or the penalties he was facing. He also asserts the court improperly directed his defense. Court find no error and affirm the judgment.
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