Can a judge appeal a finding that appointed counsel fulfilled his obligation to counsel on appeal?
California, United States of America
The following excerpt is from People v. Rodriguez, B264119 (Cal. App. 2016):
Pursuant to People v. Wende, supra, 25 Cal.3d 436, we examined the entire record to determine if there are any arguable issues on appeal. Based on that independent review, we are satisfied appointed counsel fulfilled his obligations, and there are no issues warranting further review on appeal. The judgment is affirmed. (Smith v. Robbins (2000) 528 U.S. 259.)
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