White v. State

Introduction

Cornell White (Appellant) appeals from the motion court’s order denying, without an evidentiary hearing, his motion to reopen his Rule 29.15 1 post-conviction proceeding. We dismiss for lack of jurisdiction.

Factual and Procedural Background

After a jury trial, Appellant was convicted of two counts of murder in the second degree and two counts of armed criminal action. This Court affirmed Appellant’s convictions and sentences on appeal. State v. White, 9 S.W.3d 643 (Mo.App. E.D.1999).

Appellant filed a pro se Rule 29.15 motion for post-conviction relief and appointed counsel filed an…