State v. Hallock

Jason Hallock appeals from his conviction and sentence for the offense of assault with intent to commit sexual abuse causing bodily injury other than serious injury, in violation of Iowa Code section 709.11 (2007). He contends defense counsel was ineffective in handling his guilty plea. Upon our review, we vacate the sentence on the assault charge and remand for further proceedings.

I. Background Facts and Proceedings.

According to the minutes of testimony and statements, in the early morning hours of August 19, 2007, Jason Hallock broke into the home of his ex-girlfriend, the mother of his…