United States v. Norman L. Haymer

The majority suggests that Haymer went to a penal farm of his own accord or for contempt as a result of his failure to pay a fine. Apart from the speculation of a probation officer, I find no evidence in the record of either and, in any event, perceive no controlling significance in those conclusions, absent evidence that the punishment ultimately assessed was independent of the conviction we now review. Accordingly, I respectfully dissent.

The sixth amendment provides: “In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall have the right ... to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defence.” That…