State v. Zamora, 11-08-04 (9-2-2008)

OPINION

{¶ 1} Although originally placed on our accelerated calendar, we have elected, pursuant to Local Rule 12(5), to issue a full opinion in lieu of a judgment entry.

{¶ 2} In cases 11-08-04 and 11-08-05, Defendant-Appellant, Jason A. Zamora, appeals the judgments of the Paulding County Court of Common Pleas denying his petitions for post-conviction relief. On appeal, Zamora asserts that the trial court failed to state findings of fact and conclusions of law when denying his petitions; that the trial judge was biased; that he was denied effective assistance of counsel; and, that the trial…