Counsel appointed to represent Teresa Ann Brack in this direct criminal appeal has moved for leave to withdraw and has filed a brief in accordance with Anders v. California, 386 U.S. 738, 87 S.Ct. 1396, 18 L.Ed.2d 493 (1967). Brack responded to counsel’s motion, arguing that the Government breached the plea agreement by failing to move for a downward departure at sentencing in order that she would receive a 40-month sentence, as she was promised. She also maintains that she has a valid ineffective assistance of counsel claim. Accordingly, Brack requests the appointment of substitute appellate counsel.

This court generally does not review ineffective-assistance-of-counsel claims on direct appeal; this case presents no exception. See United States v. Valuck, 286 F.3d 221, 229 (5th Cir.), cert. denied, 537 U.S. 1000, 123 S.Ct. 513, 154 L.Ed.2d 394 (2002). Brack’s motion for appointment of substitute counsel is DENIED.

Our independent review of the record, counsel’s brief, and Brack’s response shows that there are no nonfrivolous issues for appeal. Accordingly, counsel’s motion for leave to withdraw is GRANTED, counsel is excused from further responsibilities herein, and this appeal is DISMISSED. See 5th Cir. R. 42.2.