Clyde Hines appeals his conviction and sentence for felony battery. We affirm Hines's conviction without further comment. However, because the trial court misconstrued its authority to consider a downward departure sentence, we reverse Hines's sentence and remand for reconsideration.
This case arose out of a fight between Hines and his girlfriend, Linda Jackson. At trial, Hines contended that he had...
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