Eric Thomas v. Kim Cargor

Summary

The court affirmed the denial of Thomas’s federal habeas petition concerning his plea-related due process and ineffective-assistance claims. Applying AEDPA deference, the court held that the state court reasonably rejected claims that counsel failed to explain the appellate waiver or sentencing exposure and that Thomas’s plea was not knowing and voluntary. The court concluded that Thomas had not shown an unreasonable application of clearly established federal law.