02-2764-CR State v. Brantley

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Edward Brantley appeals a judgment entered on his no contest plea to one count of reckless abuse of a child by a person responsible for the child’s welfare and an order denying his motion for postconviction relief. Brantley contends the trial court erred when it failed to allow him to withdraw his plea both before and after sentencing because he did not understand the element of recklessness and therefore did not knowingly enter his plea. He also argues he should be resentenced because his trial counsel developed a conflict of interest when Brantley requested a new attorney prior to sentencing. We conclude that the record shows Brantley knowingly entered his plea and that he has not demonstrated that an actual conflict had developed between him and his attorney.

Therefore, we affirm the judgment and order. Not recommended for publication in the official reports.

Dist III, Brown County, Warpinski, J., Cane, C.J.

Attorneys:

For Appellant: Martha K. Askins, Madison

For Respondent: John P. Zakowski, Green Bay; Sandra L. Nowack, Madison