GOODLOE, J.
This case involves an allegation of ineffective assistance of counsel. Petitioner Kerry Thomas alleges that her assigned trial counsel failed to competently present a diminished capacity defense based on voluntary intoxication to a charge of attempting to elude a police vehicle. We agree and remand for a new trial.
On October 15, 1984, defendant Thomas imbibed numerous alcoholic drinks at the Blue Goose Tavern, in Kitsap County. The barmaid, Hurleen...
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