Head v. Thomason

In my view, the habeas corpus court erred in determining that Thomason’s counsel rendered ineffective assistance in the sentencing phase. Moreover, although I would agree that the cross-appeal lacks merit, I would hold that this Court is without jurisdiction to entertain it. Accordingly, I respectfully dissent.

1. The evidence at trial showed that Jerry Self arrived at his home on August 21, 1992, and discovered an unfamiliar automobile parked in his driveway. Mr. Self parked his truck behind the unfamiliar automobile, telephoned the police, and sat waiting. The evidence strongly suggested…