Edwards v. State

[¶ 1.] Vernon Edwards, who is serving a 24-year sentence for first-degree arson, appeals the denial of his application for a writ of error coram nobis. Because the record indicates that Edwards has a pending writ of habeas corpus action, we dismiss this appeal without prejudice until that action is completed.

FACTS AND PROCEDURE

[¶2.] Edwards was tried April 17-19, 1996. Judge William J. Srstka presided and failed to read certain jury instructions at the close of the evidence. Edwards was found guilty and sentenced on July 24, 1996 to 24 years in the state penitentiary, 3 years suspended. He…