Williams v. State

Eduardo Williams appeals an order denying, without a hearing, his timely motion for postconviction relief. The motion alleged ineffective assistance of counsel and jury misconduct that came to light after the trial. Because the motion and affidavits attached thereto make out a prima facie case of juror misconduct which defense counsel allegedly took no steps to address, we reverse and remand for further proceedings consistent with this opinion.

After a jury found Mr. Williams guilty, he was adjudicated guilty of manslaughter and sentenced. On direct appeal, his conviction was affirmed. See…