THOMPSON, J.
Robert Hammond appeals his conviction for indecent liberties. He contends he was denied his right to be present at trial and, thus, his right to confront the witnesses against him. Mr. Hammond also challenges two of the reasons found by the court to justify an exceptional sentence. We reverse and remand for trial.
On September 13, 1988, Mr. Hammond was charged with indecent liberties involving his then 11-year-old stepdaughter. On September 30...
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