Republic of the Marshall Islands v Mera [2006] MHHC 3; Criminal Case 2006-003 (10 April 2006)

IN THE HIGH COURT OF THE
REPUBLIC OF MARSHALL ISLANDS

Criminal Case 2006-003

REPUBLIC OF THE MARSHALL ISLANDS

v

BETRI MERA
Defendant

Appearances: Deputy Attorney Rosania Alfred counsel for the Republic
Public Defender Lionel Aingimea counsel for Defendant

Clerk: Ingrid Kabua
Reporter: Sepe Joash

AMENDED CONVICTION AND SENTENCE

With respect to Defendant Betri Mera this matter came before the Court on Monday April 3, 2006 for entry of a guilty plea and consideration of a stipulated sentence agreement pursuant to rule 119(c).

Defendant was charged with Assault and Battery with a dangerous weapon, Assault and Battery, Malicious Mischief and Disturbing the Peace.

The terms of the plea agreement are as follows:

1. Defendant pleads guilty to Assault and Battery, Malicious Mischief and Disturbing the Peace.

2. Defendant is sentenced to 6 months in Majuro Jail.

3. Execution of the entire the sentence is suspended pursuant to 31 MIRC §189. The Defendant shall remain on probation for 2 years. During the period of probation the Defendant shall obey all laws of the Republic.

4. The charge of Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon is withdrawn.

After questioning the Defendant and both counsel the Court makes the following findings:

1. The Defendant understands and knowingly and intelligently waives his right to trial.

2. The Defendant's plea of guilty is voluntarily made.

3. The Defendant understands the consequences of his plea and it is made after he has been provided with effective legal counsel.

4. There is a factual basis for the plea.

The Court therefore ORDERS:

1. Defendant pleads guilty to Assault and Battery, Malicious Mischief and Disturbing the Peace.

2: Defendant is sentenced to 6 months in Majuro Jail.

3. Execution of the entire the sentence is suspended pursuant to 31 MIRC §189. The Defendant shall remain on probation for 2 years. During the period of probation the Defendant shall obey all laws of the Republic.

4. The charge of Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon is withdrawn.

Dated April 10, 2006

Richard Hickson
Associate Justice