Supreme Court of Georgia

Smith v. the State.

May 7, 2018814 S.E.2d 411

Summary

The court affirmed Smith’s convictions, holding that trial counsel was not constitutionally ineffective in either failing to challenge the indictment or cross-examining the co-defendant. The indictment adequately informed Smith of the charges and protected against double jeopardy, while counsel’s examination of the co-defendant was a reasonable tactical decision. The court also independently determined that the evidence was sufficient to support the convictions.