Wilson v. State

JEFFREY W. BATES, Chief Judge.

Joseph Wilson (Wilson) appeals from an order denying his amended Rule 29.15 mo tion to set aside his convictions for murder in the first degree and armed criminal action. See §§ 565.020, 571.015. 1 In the amended motion, Wilson alleged, inter alia, that his trial counsel was ineffective for failing to call a witness to testify. After conducting an evidentiary hearing, the motion court denied relief. Wilson contends this ruling was clearly erroneous. We affirm.

I. Factual and Procedural Background

In September 1999, Wilson was charged by information with murder in…