People v. Jackson

The defendant was charged with assault with intent to commit murder, MCLA § 750.83 (Stat Ann 1962 Rev § 28.278). A jury found him guilty of assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder, MCLA § 750.84 (Stat Ann 1962 Rev §28.279). The defendant was sentenced to a term of nine to ten years in prison. Post-conviction counsel was appointed. A motion for a new trial was denied and the defendant has appealed to this Court.

The defendant’s initial argument is that he was not adequately represented by his appointed trial counsel. In support of that position he cites the defense…