Background
Jason Anthony Dirks appealed a conviction from the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas. The Federal Public Defender appointed to represent him moved for leave to withdraw and filed a brief in accordance with Anders v. California and United States v. Flores.
The court’s reasoning
The court reviewed counsel’s brief and the relevant portions of the record. The judges concurred with counsel’s assessment that the appeal presents no nonfrivolous issue for appellate review.
What it means going forward
The defendant’s appeal is terminated, and appointed counsel is relieved of further responsibilities in the case.
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