Missouri Court of Appeals, Western District / Jan 29, 2019
Scott M. Bishop vs. State of Missouri
Scott Bishop appealed the dismissal of his pro se Rule 24.035 motion for post-conviction relief. The motion court dismissed Bishop's motion without appointing counsel, despite Bishop indicating indigence. The appellate court reversed the judgment, holding that Rule 24.035 mandates the appointment of counsel for indigent movants in post-conviction proceedings, and remanded the case with instructions to appoint counsel.