Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. He turned Pro in 1994 but retired in 2000. Rule 32.3, Ala. R.Crim. Thus, counsel did not simply forget or overlook the possibility of raising Batson challenges but affirmatively stated that they did not have any such challenges. P. We agree. After Carruth and Brooks left the scene, [Forest] Bowyer dug himself out of the grave and flagged down a passing motorist for assistance. [Carruth] walked Forest F. (Butch) Bowyer away from the car and cut him on the [right side of his] neck [and he said, that's sharp, isn't it?] [Carruth] shortly thereafter cut Forest F. (Butch) Bowyer's throat. As explained in Brooks v. State, 929 So.2d 491 (Ala.Crim.App.2005): The resolution of factual issue[s] required the trial judge to weigh the credibility of the witnesses. The men targeted Bowyer for a robbery and kidnapping because he owns a used-car lot and has a reputation for carrying large amounts of cash, Boswell said. Everybody assumed that they didn't know. was not the product of trial strategy. It also sentenced him to life in prison for the convictions for attempted murder, first-degree robbery, and first-degree burglary. (C. The appendix is due no later than 7 days from the filing of the appellant's brief. USDC motions pending: MOTION for Application for Certificate of Appealability doc.51 MOTION for Leave to Appeal in forma pauperis doc.53 filed on 10/19/2022. Brooks was convicted of capital murder and sentenced to death in a separate proceeding. P. In paragraph 76 of his petition which incorporated Issue XVIII by reference, Carruth claimed that trial counsel were ineffective for failing to challenge Alabama's method of execution as a violation of the Eighth Amendment to the United States Constitution. C3 denotes the supplemental record entitled Miscellaneous Vol. Motion is Unopposed. On the same day the CIP is served, any filer represented by counsel must also complete the court's web-based stock ticker symbol certificate at the link here http://www.ca11.uscourts.gov/web-based-cip or on the court's website. Thus, the record refutes Carruth's contention. [22-13548] (ECF: Lauren Simpson) [Entered: 11/17/2022 06:17 PM], Docket(#10) Briefing Notice issued to Appellant Michael David Carruth. They defendant and his accomplice laughed and joked as they threw dirt on the dead child and his father, Judge Johnson said, from his bench. See Patrick v. State, 680 So.2d 959, 963 (Ala.Crim.App.1996). Finally, the jurors learned how each other felt about Mr. Carruth's guilt and penalty. The prosecutor was merely responding to that suggestion by stating: You know, I'm glad the mayor's here today. Carruth argued that he is entitled to a new trial because, he said, the premature deliberations occurred before Carruth had the opportunity to present evidence or arguments. Neither the federal nor the state constitution prohibits the state from death-qualifying jurors in capital cases. Thats the best we could get, the victims cousin Terry Roberson said. signed it. "It was God's way of keeping him alive so he could tell," said Billy Carrico, a friend. 130.). Bow. In order to prevail on a claim of ineffective assistance of appellate counsel, a Rule 32 petitioner must show that appellate counsel was deficient for failing to raise meritorious issues on direct appeal and that, but for counsel's failure, the outcome of the petitioner's appeal would have been different. Id., at 9798. 197.) 718 So.2d at 1157 (footnote omitted). Cases involving prisoner habeas corpus petitions regarding death sentences, Michael David Carruth v. Commissioner, Alabama Department of Corrections, (#14) ORDER: Motion for extension to file appellant brief filed by Appellant Michael David Carruth is GRANTED. [Entered: 11/14/2022 04:21 PM], (#9) USDC order granting COA as to the six issues listed above and otherwise is DENIED as to Appellant Michael David Carruth was filed on 11/09/2022. Carruth alleged that, [b]y waiving opening argument, the defense missed an important opportunity to explain to the jury why their client should not be sentenced to death. (C2.38.) Fugitive in $18 million COVID fraud scheme extradited to U.S. Juror R.M. J.H. I can understand that. [A] court must indulge a strong presumption that counsel's conduct falls within the wide range of reasonable professional assistance. Strickland, 466 U.S. at 689, 104 S.Ct. v. State, 989 So.2d 1167, 1171 (Ala.Crim.App.2007).. Even the best criminal defense attorneys would not defend a particular client in the same way.. Lee v. State, 44 So.3d 1145, 115455 (Ala.Crim.App.2009). COMMISSIONER, ALABAMA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS, Attorney at Law Office of Thomas M. Goggans, Attorney at Alabama Attorney General's Office, (#13) TIME SENSITIVE MOTION for extension of time to file appellant's brief to 01/26/2023 filed by Michael David Carruth. See 11th Cir. See State v. Carruth, [Ms. CR-06-1967, May 30, 2008] --- So.3d ---- (Ala.Crim.App.2008). See Rule 32.7(d), Ala. R.Crim. Carruth and Brooks aren't strangers, according to a court records. (R1.231819.) A review of the record reveals that the trial court specifically instructed the jury that if, after a full and fair consideration of all the evidence in this case, you are convinced beyond a reasonable doubt that at least one aggravating circumstance does exist and that the aggravating circumstance outweighs the mitigating circumstances, your verdict should be that Carruth be sentenced to death. No hearings. They also discussed whether Mr. Carruth should get the death penalty. [Carruth] and [Brooks] laughed and joked as they threw dirt on the dead child and his father, covering them in the shallow grave. , (C. On information and belief, the jurors who were involved in the premature deliberations at the hotel were [J.H.] Copyright 2023, Thomson Reuters. See Rule 32.7(d), Ala. R.Crim. In the interest of expediting decision, or for other good cause shown, an appellate court may suspend the requirements or provisions of any of these rules in a particular case on application of a party or on its own motion and may order proceedings in accordance with its direction; provided, however, an appellate court may not extend the time for taking an appeal, as provided in Rule 4(a)(1); and the supreme court may not extend the time for filing a petition for certiorari to the courts of appeal as provided in Rule 39(b); provided, however, that the supreme court may extend the time for filing a petition for certiorari in a criminal case in which the death penalty was imposed as punishment., Thus, for a defendant who is sentenced to death and who failed to timely file a petition in this Court for a writ of certiorari to review the decision of the Court of Criminal Appeals, the proper means to request permission to file an out-of-time petition is to make the request in a Rule 2(b), Ala. R.App. See Patrick v. State, 680 So.2d at 963). The victims family say theyre so wounded and angry, this is not closure, but tell us, the judge sentencing Brooks to death is justice served. The standard of review on appeal in a post conviction proceeding is whether the trial judge abused his discretion when he denied the petition. Elliott v. State, 601 So.2d 1118, 1119 (Ala.Crim.App.1992). As noted, McInnis had planned to testify about things she had learned from her conversations with Carruth's family and friends. Carruth also failed to allege that trial counsels' decision not to raise any Batson challenges was not sound trial strategy. See 11th Cir. Both were being held without bond, Sheriff Tommy Boswell said Tuesday. This case was being tried in the media. J.H. No hearings to be transcribed. The defendant, Michael David Carruth, told [Brooks] I've done one, now you do one. At this point, [Brooks] shot the child in the head. Judge Al Johnson described the crime in detail, saying the defendant shot 12-year-old Bowyer 3 times in the head. Please try again. R.M. #inline-recirc-item--id-92669bc2-8c88-11e2-b06b-024c619f5c3d ~ .item:nth-child(5) { CR-06-1967. See Rule 32.7(d), Ala. R.Crim. ], [V.W. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. I mean, I had my developing thoughts, but I hadn't heard all the arguments. (R. Therefore, the claim in paragraph 80 of his petition was meritless and the circuit court was correct to summarily dismiss it. P.], or fails to state a claim, or that no material issue of fact or law exists which would entitle the petitioner to relief under this rule and that no purpose would be served by further proceedings', Where a simple reading of the petition for post-conviction relief shows that, assuming every allegation of the petition to be true, it is obviously without merit or is precluded, the circuit court [may] summarily dismiss that petition. Tatum v. State, 607 So.2d 383, 384 (Ala.Crim.App.1992), quoting Bishop v. State, 608 So.2d 345, 34748 (Ala.1992), quoting in turn Bishop v. State, 592 So.2d 664, 667 (Ala.Crim.App.1991) (Bowen, J., dissenting); see also Rule 32.7(d), Ala. R.Crim. P., and amended the petition twice. See Patrick v. State, 680 So.2d at 963. The Court of Criminal Appeals held that the circuit court erred in granting Carruth permission to file an out-of-time petition for a writ of certiorari in this Court. First, Carruth asserted that the trial court improperly instructed the jury when it stated: If an accused acquires a gun as loot during commission [of a burglary] then he is considered to be armed with a deadly weapon. (C2.72), quoting (R1.2232.) Carruth argues that not allowing hearsay in such a situation runs afoul of Rule 102, Ala. R. Carruth failed to state what arguments he believes appellate counsel could have raised that would have changed the outcome of Carruth's direct appeal. CR-12-0505. Flying bug found at Walmart turns out to be rare Jurassic-era insect, Millions of Americans nearing retirement age with no savings, 20,000 people may have been exposed to measles at Asbury University revival. See Carruth v. State, 927 So.2d 866 (Ala.Crim.App.2005). CRW (See attached order for complete text) [Entered: 12/16/2022 11:00 AM], DEATH PENALTY APPEAL DOCKETED. Contact us. (the foreman of the jury), [S.E. Carruth failed to explain why a photograph of the victims when they were alive constituted victim impact evidence. Michael David Carruth v. 22-13548 | U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit | Justia Habeas Corpus: Death Penalty case filed on October 20, 2022 in the U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit Log InSign Up Find a Lawyer Ask a Lawyer Research the Law Law Schools Laws & Regs Newsletters Marketing Solutions Justia Connect When asked if he came to a decision regarding Carruth's guilt before the end of the State's case in chief, J.H. We agree. In October 2003, Michael David Carruth was convicted of four counts of capital murder for the intentional killing of William Brett Bowyer, who was less than 14 years of age. However, Carruth's petition did not indicate the ultimate composition of the jury nor did it indicate whether the other six black veniremen served on the jury or whether they were struck by the defense. Carruth claimed that several of the jurors would gather in one of the hotel rooms every night to play a board game called Rummy Cube. (C. On the same day the CIP is served, any filer represented by counsel must also complete the court's web-based stock ticker symbol certificate at the link here http://www.ca11.uscourts.gov/web-based-cip or on the court's website. In Carruth v. State, 927 So.2d 866 (Ala.Crim.App.2005), this Court affirmed Carruth's convictions and sentences for capital murder and attempted murder but reversed Carruth's convictions for first-degree robbery and first-degree burglary on the grounds that those convictions violated double-jeopardy principles. Carruth did neither. display: none; Brooks is nowmoved tothe state prison in Atmoore, Alabama, alonside dozens of others on death row. [Brooks] found money[, approximately $47,000] and a .38 caliber Smith and Wesson revolver. Although J.H. 187.) See Rule 32.7(d), Ala. R.Crim. View Actual Score Check Background This . Carruth, a former bail bondsman from LaGrange, Georgia, was convicted by a Russell County jury in December. See Lockhart v. McCree, 476 U.S. 162, 106 S.Ct. Michael David Carruth, 43, and Jimmy Lee Brooks Jr., 22, are charged with capital murder and could be sentenced to death if convicted of fatally shooting Bowyer's 12-year-old son, Brett. There were rumors that Brooks shot Brett, Michael David Carruth shot Brett, but we all know the facts who shot William Brett Bowyer, and that was Jimmy Lee Brooks. Download PDF Carruth failed to specifically state what evidence trial counsel could have marshaled that would have changed the trial court's ruling nor did he plead any other facts that would have called the ruling into question. Therefore, the circuit court was correct to summarily dismiss this claim. The prosecutor moved on and never mentioned the topic of the Ratcliff murders again. further explained: [the conversations regarding the evidence] weren't cohesive in the end to make a full thought or angle on a decision to be made. And the healings just ongoing, its daily.. Stay up-to-date with how the law affects your life. 4. [Entered: 10/24/2022 03:39 PM], DocketDEATH PENALTY APPEAL DOCKETED. ; Williams; Haney v. State, 603 So.2d 368, 39192 (Ala.Cr.App.1991), aff'd, 603 So.2d 412 (Ala.1992), cert. COBB, C.J., and SHAW, J.,* recuse themselves. Because the claims from Issue VII of Carruth's petition were either meritless, deficiently pleaded, or both, the circuit court did not err by summarily dismissing the ineffective-assistance-of-appellate-counsel claim that incorporated those arguments. The appellant, Michael D. Carruth, was convicted of four counts of capital murder in connection with the murder of 12-year-old William Brett Bowyer ("Brett"). Carruth cited no cases to the contrary in his petition. And I think, for example, one of [the jurors] did say, I wasn't expecting to see an image of the boy at the morgue (R. denied, 538[528] U.S. 939, 120 S.Ct. Next, Carruth asserted that the prosecutor committed misconduct by telling the jury during his closing argument that death would not be a possible punishment unless the jury convicted Mr. Carruth of capital murder. (C2.59.) Additionally, Carruth failed to plead any facts to suggest how these statements prejudiced him. Flying bug found at Walmart turns out to be rare Jurassic-era insect In evaluating a Batson claim, courts must follow a three-step process. Similarly, the claims raised in paragraph 115 were meritless for the reasons stated in Section III(C) of this opinion. On October 25, 2006, Carruth filed a petition for postconviction relief pursuant to Rule 32, Ala. R.Crim. This appeal follows. This Court granted Michael David Carruth's petition for a writ of certiorari to review the . denied, Reeves v. Alabama, 534 U.S. 1026, 122 S.Ct. Michael David Carruth, a local bail bondsman, was ultimately convicted of four counts of capital murder in connection with the death of 12 year old William Brett Bowyer. # 21-21 at 106, 148. 's removal may have been sound trial strategy. The murder was made capital (1) because it was committed during the course of a kidnapping in the first degree, see 13A540(a)(1), Ala.Code 1975; (2) because it was committed during the course of a robbery in the first degree, see 13A540(a)(2), Ala.Code 1975; (3) because it was committed during the course of a burglary in the first degree, see 13A540(a)(4), Ala.Code 1975; and (4) because the victim was less than 14 years of age, see 13A540(a)(15), Ala.Code 1975. Please enter valid email address to continue. The appellant's brief is due on or before 12/27/2022. Michael David CARRUTH v. STATE of Alabama. P., petition requesting that he be allowed to file an out-of-time petition for a writ of certiorari in the Alabama Supreme Court. See Mashburn v. State, [Ms. CR110321, July 12, 2013] _ So.3d _, _ (Ala.Crim.App.2013), quoting Taylor v. State, [Ms. CR050066, October 1, 2010] _ So.3d _ (Ala.Crim.App.2010), quoting in turn Brooks v. State, 929 So.2d 491, 514 (Ala.Crim.App.2005) ( We can find no case where Alabama appellate courts have applied the cumulative-effect analysis to claims of ineffective assistance of counsel. ) Accordingly, this claim was meritless and the circuit court was correct to summarily dismiss it. When I say predeliberations, I mean when we sat in the motel room on the third and fourth days of the trial playing rummy cube and talking about the case.. Because Carruth failed to include any additional factual allegations in paragraph 38 of his petition, we similarly find that he failed to meet the specificity requirement of Rule 32.6(b), Ala. R.Crim. 's written statement indicated that the jurors discussed Carruth's guilt and a possible sentence before formal deliberations began, that statement was only offered for impeachment purposes. The circuit court dismissed all of the claims in paragraph 52 as insufficiently pleaded under Rule 32.6(b), Ala. R.Crim. 0 Reputation Score Range. Additionally, Carruth failed to allege any facts that, if true, would demonstrate that he was prejudiced by appellate counsel's decision not to include this issue on appeal. Collins says Brooks doesnt deserve to die, because he didnt plan to kill the 12-year-old and showed remorse. In his petition, Carruth incorporated Issue IX(C) by reference. 1. P. In paragraph 73 of his petition Carruth asserted that trial counsel were ineffective during the penalty phase for failing to object when the prosecutor urged the jury to rely on his 25 years of experience in asking for the death penalty. The appendix is due no later than 7 days from the filing of the appellant's brief. Amateur boxing Olympic results 1988 Olympics Lightweight Boxing. 2290 .) P. Next, Carruth argued that he was entitled to a new trial because, he said, the jury engaged in premature deliberations each and every day and night of his trial. (C. (C2.4144.). R. 26.1-1(b). Jimmy Brooks and Michael Carruth would be arrested, convicted and sentenced to death. (R1.1882.) See Rule 32.7(d), Ala. R.Crim. The trial court accepted that recommendation and sentenced Carruth to death. The statement was hand written by a paralegal who worked for Carruth's Rule 32 counsel and was signed by J.H. 134.) [A] circuit judge who has personal knowledge of the facts underlying an allegation of ineffective assistance of counsel may summarily deny that allegation based on the judge's personal knowledge of counsel's performance. Partain v. State, 47 So.3d 282, 286 (Ala.Crim.App.2008)(citing Ex parte Walker, 800 So.2d 135 (Ala.2000)). 2002 The Associated Press. Bowyer gave officers a description of the men's automobile, which Boswell said was stopped with Carruth at the wheel early Monday. On page 15 of the supplemental record on appeal in the present case, the Russell County Circuit Clerk noted that Carruth's original Rule 32 petition was part of the record on appeal from CR061967. Michael David Carruth (age 25) from Ritzville, Wa 99169 and has no known political party affiliation. C2 denotes the record on appeal from case number CR061967, Carruth v. State, 21 So.3d 764 (Ala.Crim.App.2008). According to Carruth, the State used 10 of its 15 peremptory strikes, or 66 percent, to remove prospective black jurors. 2. )1 While conducting his business of repossessing cars some time before the offense, Brooks went with his father to the home of Forrest Fleming However, a review of the record reveals that Carruth only objected to being cross examined regarding the details of the alleged crimes from Lee County. Counsel could have been completely satisfied with the jury that was selected and not wished to potentially disturb its composition by making a Batson challenge. His factual determinations are entitled to great weight and will not be disturbed unless clearly contrary to the evidence. , Calhoun v. State, 460 So.2d 268, 26970 (Ala.Crim.App.1984) (quoting State v. Klar, 400 So.2d 610, 613 (La.1981)). . At the hearing, Carruth sought to introduce hearsay testimony through Janann McInnis, a mitigation expert, in order to establish that his trial counsel were ineffective during the penalty phase of his trial. Lightfoot v. State, [Ms. CR110376, August 24, 2012] _ So.3d _, _ (Ala.Crim.App.2012), reversed on other grounds by Ex parte Lightfoot, [Ms. 1120200, July 12, 2013] _ So.3d _, _ (Ala.2013). See Carruth v. State, 927 So.2d 866 (Ala.Crim.App.2005). A bare allegation that a constitutional right has been violated and mere conclusions of law shall not be sufficient to warrant any further proceedings.. While there, [Carruth] slapped the elder Bowyer. Here he is trying to save. He is best known for winning the welterweight gold medal at the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona. [Brooks] also cut Bowyer's throat. However, the record does not support Carruth's characterization of counsel's statement. Carruth argued that trial counsel were ineffective for failing to raise an objection. Attorneys say appeals are expected for at least a decade. According to court documents Jimmy Brooks and Michael Carruth would shoot the twelve year old three times in the head causing his death. Carruth introduced a statement that was purportedly given by J .H. P. In paragraph 74, as well as Issues XI(A), XI(B), XV, IX(C), and XIV of his petition, which were incorporated by reference, Carruth claimed that counsel were ineffective for failing to object to several of the trial court's jury instructions. Counsel then argued that death was not the appropriate sentence in light of the evidence that Carruth was not the one who actually shot Brett Bowyer. Thursdays sentencing was in Talladega, ALbecause of change of venue. However, this Court has held that such language is not unconstitutional. Accordingly, we find that the circuit court did not abuse its discretion in denying this claim. By Elliot Minor MMII The Associated Press. display: none; No juror testified that discussions concerning [Carruth's] guilt or possible sentence were ever made or heard until the case was turned over to the jury to begin deliberations after being properly instructed., Carruth argues that J.H. Thus, a Rule 32 petitioner is not automatically entitled to an evidentiary hearing on any and all claims raised in the petition. P. Similarly, Carruth failed to state what arguments he believed appellate counsel could have made regarding the claims from paragraph 114 of Carruth's petition in which Carruth claimed that the prosecutor elicited testimony from a witness that connected him to another murder in a nearby county. J.H. However, the photographs in question depicted Brett Bowyer when he was alive. The State appealed the circuit court's order to the Court of to the Criminal Appeals. Pell stated that there was a grayish granule type substance mixed with the dirt that he believed to be lime or something possibly to cover up the bodies, the odor of the bodies. (R1.1769.). This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. However, in Issue XIV, which Carruth incorporated by reference, Carruth stated that the trial court erred in allowing kidnaping, burglary, and robbery to be considered both as aggravating circumstances and as elements of capital murder over defense objection. (C2.78) (emphasis added). R. 26.1-1(b). On appeal, Carruth claims that the circuit court's order conflicts with the evidence presented at the evidentiary hearing. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website. The circuit court's order is not contradicted by the testimony presented at the evidentiary hearing. P. Because we have determined that Carruth failed to meet the pleading requirements for the first prong of Strickland, i.e., that counsels' performance was deficient, we need not address the prejudice requirement. Next, Carruth asserted that the trial court gave erroneous instructions regarding the balancing of the aggravating and mitigating circumstances. 's address] by Sarah Forte and Matt Butler, paralegals for Glenn Davidson, attorney for Michael Carruth.. stated that he did not actually write the statement. Mike has represented clients in successfully responding to union organizing efforts in 30 states. According to Carruth, trial counsel were ineffective for failing to object to this instruction. Because of the difficulties inherent in making the evaluation, a court must indulge a strong presumption that counsel's conduct falls within the wide range of reasonable professional assistance; that is, the defendant must overcome the presumption that, under the circumstances, the challenged action might be considered sound trial strategy. See Michel v. Louisiana, [350 U.S. 91] at 101 [ (1955) ]. 3. 9.) Case DetailsPartiesDocumentsDockets Case Details Case Number: 22-13548 P. First, Carruth asserted that the State committed prosecutorial misconduct during its closing argument when, he said, it made several assertions of facts that were not in evidence. Accordingly, counsel was not ineffective for failing to raise a meritless objection. The trial court ruled that Carruth would only be subject to cross examination regarding the details of those crimes [i]f the door is opened (R1.2020.) By clicking Accept, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. Carruth argued that this ruling denied him his right to testify and that appellate counsel was ineffective for failing to raise this issue on direct appeal. ], [R.M. ], [A]ll of the jurors, including the alternates, participated in this premature deliberation, at the hotel and/or in the jury room. During his closing argument at the penalty phase, defense counsel stated: Someone said when I first got involved in this case, it was in the Amoco over by the Super WalMart, some people talking said, if I was that boy's daddy, those two wouldn't make it to trial. )3 In paragraphs 3539, Carruth asserted that, during jury selection, the State exercised its peremptory strikes in a racially discriminatory manner. 3. Furthermore, Carruth argued that the statement was highly prejudicial because the jury cannot consider punishment during the guilt/innocence phase. (C2.61.). In addition to showing that the State used peremptory challenges to remove members of a cognizable group and relying upon the fact that peremptory strikes permit discrimination, a claimant also must show that these facts and any other relevant facts raise an inference that the prosecutor used his strikes in a discriminatory manner. Madison v. State, 718 So.2d 90, 101 (Ala.Crim.App.1997). He just knew he was dying or fixing to die.". Accordingly, Carruth failed to state a claim for which relief could be granted and the circuit court was correct to summarily dismiss it. Kennedy, who drove the car, was released in 2011. Because each of the arguments from Issue V of Carruth's petition were refuted by the record, appellate counsel was not ineffective for failing to raise them on direct appeal. [22-13548] (ECF: Thomas Goggans) [Entered: 10/25/2022 01:22 PM], Certificate of Interested Persons and Corporate Disclosure Statement filed by Attorney Thomas Martele Goggans for Appellant Michael David Carruth. Accordingly, this claim is meritless on its face and the circuit court was correct to summarily dismiss it. (R. P. Carruth offered no additional factual allegations in paragraph 79 of his petition. Because the underlying claims in paragraph 74 of Carruth's petition were meritless, trial counsel could not have been ineffective for failing to raise objections. Some jurors at most may have made passing comments' concerning the nature of some of the evidence. According to Carruth, this instruction would have improperly led a jury who determined that the aggravating circumstances and the mitigating circumstances were equally balanced to believe that it must sentence the defendant to death. 131.) Accordingly, the circuit court was correct to summarily dismiss this claim. Carruth also asserted that counsel should have objected when the prosecutor asked the jury to put themselves in the place of the victim; when the prosecutor referred to Carruth as an animal; and when the prosecutor quoted the Bible. P. In paragraph 81 of his petition, Carruth claimed that [t]hese errors, individually and collectively, denied Mr. Carruth the effective assistance of counsel (C2.44.) It is questionable that the trial court judge, the Hon. Accordingly, those arguments are refuted by the record. A review of counsel's statement reveals that counsel was not suggesting that revenge against Carruth was understandable. And we asked, what would he say, if was one-on-one with Brooks? The circuit court summarily dismissed this claim as insufficiently pleaded under Rule 32.6(b), Ala. R.Crim. Court of Criminal Appeals of Alabama. 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