State of Iowa v. James Duane Fuller

BOWER, Judge.

James Duane Fuller appeals his convictions for possession of MDMA 1 with intent to deliver and carrying weapons. On appeal, Fuller contends his trial counsel was constitutionally ineffective for permitting him to enter Alford pleas without a sufficient factual basis for the pleas. 2 Additionally, he argues trial counsel was constitutionally ineffective in failing to file a motion in arrest of judgment.

I. Background Facts and Proceedings

In September 2016, Fuller was subject to a valid traffic stop by a Black Hawk County Sheriff's deputy. During the traffic stop, Fuller revealed…