William Mitchell Keen v. The State of Texas

Summary

The Ninth District Court of Appeals of Texas reviewed an Anders appeal from William Mitchell Keen’s conviction for indecency with a child and nine-year sentence. After examining the record, counsel’s Anders brief, and Keen’s pro se brief, the court found no arguable grounds for reversal and affirmed the trial court’s judgment.

Holdings

1. The appeal was wholly frivolous because the court's full review of the record and briefs revealed no arguable grounds for reversal.
2. The court was not required to appoint new counsel because it found no arguable grounds for appeal.

Questions Presented

1. Whether the Anders review disclosed any arguable grounds for reversal.
2. Whether the court was required to appoint new counsel to rebrief the appeal after receiving Keen's pro se brief.

Disposition

affirmed