State v. Kirchner

Gary Kirchner appeals his convictions for first-degree kidnapping, two counts of first-degree burglary, and two misdemean- or offenses. He contends the trial court erred in denying his request for substituted court-appointed trial counsel and denying his motion for a judgment of acquittal on the kidnapping charge. He also maintains he received ineffective assistance of trial counsel. We affirm.

Gary and Melanie Kirchner were married in 1991 and separated in August of 1996. They have three children together and had regular contact with each other when exchanging custody of the children. Gary…