Rescript Opinion
The petitioner, Devin R. Reade, appeals from a judgment of a single justice of this court denying, without a hearing, his petition for relief under G. L. c. 211, § 3. In his petition, Reade sought relief from a District Court judge's decision not to appoint counsel for him in an underlying criminal case in which he is charged with two misdemeanors. See G. L. c. 211D, § 2B.
This appeal is governed by S.J.C. Rule 2:21, as amended...
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