Cookson v. State

TAPLEY, Justice.

On appeal. The appellant instituted habeas corpus proceedings under the post-conviction statute, 14 M.R.S.A. Secs. 5502-5508. The State seasonably moved to dismiss the amended petition asserting that it failed to allege facts warranting relief. By agreement a copy of the indictment and a copy of the transcript of statements and testimony at the arraignment of the petitioner and hearing on the issue of aggravated assault were made a part of petition. The Justice below entered a judgment of dismissal. The petitioner at all times was represented by court-appointed counsel.

Petition…