The accused pleaded guilty to robbery for acting as the getaway driver in the armed robbery of a retail store.
The perpetrator stole $65,000 worth of cell phones and $7,600 in cash.
The accused was aware of the robbery but did not know a weapon would be used.
Accepting a joint submission, the court sentenced the accused to two years in the penitentiary followed by three years of probation, noting his role, the planning involved, and his status as a first-time offender.
