Robert Gray v. United States

This is an appeal from a conviction of murder in the second degree. The primary issue presented relates to the denial, without prejudice, of appellant’s pro se motion asking for a mental examination. At the time the motion was filed, appellant was represented by counsel of record. Counsel, as well as appellant, was notified of the court’s action. The motion was not re-urged and on trial appellant’s counsel specifically eschewed raising the mental issue. Appellant, with new counsel on appeal, argues that the pro se motion should have been granted.

*726It was reasonable for the trial court to…