Charles N. Johnson v. United States

GIBSON, Chief Judge.

The defendant, Charles Johnson, was convicted by a jury of possession of heroin with intent to distribute in violation of 21 U.S.C. § 841(a)(1). He received a seven year prison sentence to be followed by a mandatory additional three years special parole pursuant to § 841(b)(1). 1

While pursuing his appellate remedies the defendant also sought 28 U.S.C. § 2255 relief, alleging that his trial counsel failed to provide him effective assistance of counsel prior to and during the trial. After an evidentiary hearing, the District Court denied relief. 2

This appeal is from the two…