DAVIS, Judge.
Merlan Davis appeals the summary denial of his motion to correct illegal sentence filed pursuant to Florida Rule of Criminal Procedure 3.800(a). Davis's direct appeal is currently pending. Thus, the trial court was without jurisdiction to rule on Davis's motion to correct illegal sentence. See Fla. R.Crim. P. 3.800(a). A prematurely filed motion to correct illegal sentence should be dismissed by a trial court and may be refiled after the direct...
Let's get started
Welcome to the leading source of independent legal reporting
Sign on now to see your case.
Or view more than 10 million decisions and orders.
- Updated daily.
- Uncompromising quality.
- Complete, Accurate, Current.