Louis J. Burleson v. United States

Louis J. Burleson appeals in forma pauperis from an order denying his motion under 28 U.S.C. § 2255 to vacate his sentences. Burleson v. United States, 231 F.Supp. 537 (W.D.Mo.1964).

The chronology is interesting and important:

1. After the initial entry of a contrary plea, the appellant, on September 8, 1961, pleaded guilty to each count of a 5-count information filed in the Western District of Missouri charging him with violations of 18 U.S.C. § 500 (money order forgery, etc.) and § 641 (receipt of stolen money orders with intent to convert, etc.). The late Judge Smith imposed a five year…