The amended petition seeking a belated appeal of the judgment and sentence rendered on November 7, 2008, in Escambia County Circuit Court case number 2007-CF-006816-A, is granted. Upon issuance of mandate, a copy of this opinion shall be furnished to the clerk of the lower tribunal for treatment as a notice of appeal. If petitioner qualifies for the appointment of counsel at public expense, the lower tribunal shall appoint counsel to represent him in the belated appeal authorized by this opinion.