People v. Speight

The defendant’s contention that he was deprived of the effective assistance of trial counsel is without merit. Initially, we note that the record indicates that the defense counsel demonstrated complete familiarity with the law and the facts, made appropriate motions, vigorously cross-examined the People’s witnesses and strenuously argued the defendant’s position to the jury. Further, the defense counsel advanced the best defenses available to his client, those of intoxication and extreme emotional disturbance. The decision not to introduce expert testimony on the subject of intent, in light…