accepting argument that ineffective assistance of trial and appellate counsel served as the "cause" for defendant's failure to raise other points on direct appeal.
Summary of this case from Hockett v. United StatesNo. 98-20293.
Filed February 5, 1999.
Appeal from S.D.Tex.
Decision without published opinion. Affirmed.
accepting argument that ineffective assistance of trial and appellate counsel served as the "cause" for defendant's failure to raise other points on direct appeal.
Summary of this case from Hockett v. United StatesFull title:Destec Energy v. Southern CA Gas
Court:United States Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Date published: Feb 5, 1999
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