Charles T. Thompson Missouri Cases

Charles Thompson appealed the denial of his Rule 29.15 motion for post-conviction relief, alleging ineffective assistance of both trial and appellate counsel. Thompson argued that trial counsel failed to ensure a video exhibit was properly redacted to remove references to uncharged misconduct, and that appellate counsel failed to challenge the admission of expert testimony regarding gunshot residue. The motion court denied both claims, finding trial counsel's actions were reasonable strategy and Thompson failed to prove prejudice. The appellate court affirmed the motion court's judgment, finding no clear error.