P. v. Collins CA6
Defendant Mark Anthony Collins appeals from a judgment of conviction of carjacking (Pen. Code, § 215) and second degree robbery (§§ 211-212.5, subd. (c)) following a jury trial. As to each crime, the jury found true the associated allegation that defendant personally used a firearm in violation of section 12022.53, subdivision (b). The trial court sentenced defendant to a total term of 13 years.
On the second day of jury selection, defendant successfully sought to replace his appointed counsel with retained counsel. On appeal, defendant contends that (1) the trial court erred by denying his new counsel a continuance to prepare for trial, (2) the evidence was insufficient to prove the specific intent element of robbery, and (3) his newly retained counsel rendered ineffective assistance.
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