State v. Neal

Michael E. Neal was convicted of robbery and use of a firearm in the robbery and, consequently, was sentenced for each conviction. In State v. Neal, 216 Neb. 709, 346 N.W.2d 218 (1984), we affirmed Neal’s convictions and sentences. In a postconviction proceeding, Neal appeals from the order denying him postconviction relief. We affirm.

Neal was charged with the March 30,1982, armed robbery of a “Town & Country” store in Omaha and use of a firearm in the robbery. Michael Gutowski, a lawyer in the public defender’s office, was appointed to represent Neal. On April 15, Neal was arraigned on the…