State v. Tisius

GEORGE W. DRAPER, III, Judge.

Introduction and Procedural History

Michael A. Tisius (hereinafter, “Tisius”) was convicted of two counts of first-degree murder, section 565.020, RSMo 2000, 1 for killing Jason Acton (hereinafter, “Officer Acton”) and Leon Egley (hereinafter, “Officer Egley”). This Court affirmed Tisius’ convictions and sentence. State v. Tisius, 92 S.W.3d 751 (Mo. banc 2002) (“Tisius I ”). Tisius filed a motion for post-conviction relief pursuant to Rule 29.15; the circuit court affirmed the convictions but set aside the sentences, ordering a new sentencing trial. This Court…