Jeffrey Young v. State of Missouri

Introduction

Jeffrey Young (“Young”) appeals from the judgment of the motion court denying his Rule 24.035 1 motion for post-conviction relief. Young avers that the motion court clearly erred in denying his Rule 24.035 motion without an evidentiary hearing because he alleged facts not refuted by the record demonstrating that he received constitutionally deficient assistance of counsel. In particular, Young alleges that counsel was ineffective in: (1) using his family members to. convey legal advice and information; (2) failing to take adequate measures to address his difficulties with…