02-1420-CR State v. Oliver

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Tony Oliver appeals a judgment entered on a jury verdict convicting him for delivery of cocaine. He also appeals an order denying his motion for postconviction relief. Oliver argues the trial court violated his right to counsel by not allowing him to change attorneys prior to trial. He also claims he received ineffective assistance of counsel when his attorney failed to cross-examine one of the State’s witnesses about the money used in the controlled purchase leading to Oliver’s arrest. Oliver also contends his counsel was ineffective by not objecting to several hearsay statements. We determine the trial court did not err when it refused to allow Oliver to substitute counsel.

In addition, we conclude Oliver did not receive ineffective assistance from his trial counsel and therefore affirm the trial court’s judgment and order.

Not recommended for publication in the official reports.

Dist III, Eau Claire County, Gabler, J., Cane, C.J.

Attorneys:

For Appellant: Peter J. Morin, Menomonie

For Respondent: Edwin J. Hughes, Madison; Glenn R. White, Eau Claire