Rodney Cook appeals a final judgment of conviction and sentence for direct criminal contempt. Fla.R.Crim.P. 3.830. We reverse.
Cook was convicted of manslaughter. His sentencing hearing was delayed twice. During the third rescheduled sentencing hearing, the defense counsel noted that the defendant appeared upset and asked him what was troubling him. The following exchanges took place:
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