Edward G. Corella v. United States

Corella brought this proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 2255 to set aside his conviction and subsequent probation revocation. The district court, after holding an evidentiary hearing, determined the factual issues against Corella and, accordingly, entered an order denying the claim. Corella appeals.

We hold that the Government sustained its burden of proving that Corella waived his right to counsel, appointed or retained, at the 1955 and 1959 court appearances despite his testimony to the contrary. Likewise, we conclude, the Government met its burden of proving that Corella understood the…