Defendant, Allen E. Cotton, appeals his 10-year sentence for manslaughter, arguing that it was excessive. For the following reasons, we affirm defendant's sentence, finding that it is not unconstitutionally excessive. We also remand for correction of an error patent.
PROCEDURAL BACKGROUND AND FACTS
On January 14, 2005, the Jefferson Parish District Attorney filed a bill of...
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