United States v. Monnier

MEMORANDUM OPINION AND ORDER

JOSEPH F. BATAILLON, Chief Judge.

This matter is before the court on defendant’s “Motion under 28 U.S.C. § 2255 to Vacate, Set Aside, or Correct Sentence by a Person in Federal Custody” (“ § 2255 motion”), Filing No. 214. 1 In his motion, Monnier asserts ineffective assistance of counsel at trial and on appeal.

I. FACTS

William T. Monnier was charged in a two-count indictment with conspiracy to distribute 500 grams or more of methamphetamine in violation of 21 U.S.C. § 846, and distribution of less than 50 grams of methamphetamine that resulted in death of Esperanza…