Vincent U. Williams v. State of Missouri

Cynthia L. Martin, Judge .

-Vincent U. Williams (“Williams”) appeals following the motion court’s denial of his pro se Rule- 24.035 motion; without an evidentiary hearing. Williams alleges that his post-conviction counsel was unlawfully permitted to withdraw from his representation, leaving him without the benefit of counsel. We agree with Williams, and reverse and vacate the judgment denying his pro se Rule 24.035 motion, and remand this matter to the motion court for further proceedings.

Factual and Procedural Background

Williams pleaded guilty to driving while intoxicated as a chronic…