Jack v. State

After a contested jury trial, appellant was found guilty of delivery of a controlled substance, and on July 6, 2000, the jury assessed punishment of 10 years in prison and a $2,000 fine. On the same day, appellants court-appointed trial counsel, Mr. Jeff Hale, filed written notice of appeal, and the judge noted on his docket sheet, "Attorney on appeal to be appointed." Fifty-three days later, on August 28, 2000, the Harris County District Clerk sent a letter to this court stating that the attorney of record on appeal was "to be determined." Unfortunately, no attorney on appeal was appointed until September 13, which was 69 days after July 6. The record shows no activity during that 69-day period by the trial counsel, Mr. Hale. No motion for new trial, no motion to withdraw, no other activity is apparent.