Addicks v. Cupp

Petitioner appeals denial of his petition for post-conviction relief from his conviction for murder. He alleged his rights to due process of law and substantial fairness were violated in the following particulars:

1. The state failed to disclose exculpatory evidence of "substantial significance”;

2. The police authorities were guilty of improper conduct and procedures in investigating the crime;

3. The jury was given "erroneous and unlawful” jury instructions; and

4. Petitioner was denied a "fair trial and the right to efficient [sic] counsel.”

We summarize only those facts of the crime necessary…