Platt v. State

Appellant-defendant Platt is appealing the denial of his petition for post-conviction relief under Ind. Rules of Procedure, Post-Conviction Remedy Rule 1 (PCR 1). The issues raised by Platt include inadequate counsel; prejudice because of being present in the courtroom in chains and shackles; denial of a speedy trial; and, he was convicted under a statute that is unconstitutional for vagueness and overbreadth. Additionally, Platt asserts he was denied procedural due process for three reasons during the PCR process.

We find no error' and accordingly affirm the trial court’s decision.

Platt has…