Ineffective Assistance of Counsel

By: Derek Hawkins//July 16, 2018//

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WI Court of Appeals – District III

Case Name: State of Wisconsin v. Stephen R. Jones

Case No.: 2017AP119-CR

Officials: Stark, P.J., Hruz and Seidl, JJ.

Focus: Ineffective Assistance of Counsel

Stephen Jones challenges his conviction for stalking, contrary to WIS. STAT. § 940.32(2) (2015-16). Jones argues he is entitled to a new trial because he was improperly charged with “Stalking – Previous Violent Crime Conviction Against Same Victim, Repeater, Domestic Abuse Repeater.” Jones claims improper evidence was admitted at trial and the jury was also improperly instructed. Jones further asserts ineffective assistance of counsel. We reject Jones’ arguments and affirm.

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