Osmer v. State

MlKELL, Judge.

Edward Paul Osmer was convicted of three counts of aggravated sodomy and three counts of aggravated child molestation. After merging certain counts, the trial court sentenced Osmer to a total of twenty years, ten in prison and ten on probation. Osmer moved for a new trial, arguing that the trial court erred in admitting evidence that he was a victim of child molestation and that his trial counsel rendered ineffective assistance. A hearing was held at which trial counsel testified. Following the hearing, the trial judge denied the motion, issuing an extensive order that reflects…