Mark T. Coleman v. J.T. Binion

Jenkins, Justice:

*7 In this case, Mark T. Coleman ("Mr. Coleman") appeals an order of the Circuit Court of Kanawha County denying his petition for writ of habeas corpus, which asserted numerous grounds to support his claims of ineffective assistance of both trial and appellate counsel. After reviewing the parties' briefs, the legal authority cited, and the record submitted for our consideration; as well has hearing the oral arguments presented, we affirm the circuit court's denial of Mr. Colman's habeas petition.

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FACTUAL AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY

In the case underlying the instant habeas corpus…