Ineffective Assistance of Counsel Claims in North Carolina Criminal Cases

Of interest to trial and appellate judges, prosecutors, public defenders, and private defense lawyers, this publication sets out substantive law regarding ineffective assistance of counsel claims. It also explains the legal standards that apply to the full range of these claims including Strickland attorney error claims, denial of counsel claims, conflict of interest claims, and Harbison claims. A comprehensive catalog of North Carolina ineffective assistance of counsel cases is included.