AMY, Judge.
The defendant was charged with distribution of cocaine, a violation of La.R.S. 40:967. A jury found him guilty as charged. He was sentenced to serve twelve years in prison, two of which must be served without the benefit of probation, parole, or suspension of sentence. The defendant appeals, contending that he was denied his constitutional right to testify. As explained below, we affirm.
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