Jerome Curry v. State of Missouri

GARY M. GAERTNER JR., Judge.

Introduction

Jerome Curry (Movant) appeals from the motion court’s judgment denying his motion for post-conviction relief under Rule 29.15 1 (Rule 29.15 Motion) without an evidentiary hearing. He argues his motion adequately alleged his trial counsel was ineffective for failing to request that the trial court instruct the jury on the lesser-included offense of robbery in the second degree. We affirm.

Background

Movant was charged as an accomplice with robbery in the first degree, attempted robbery in the first degree, armed criminal action, and resisting arrest. These…