People v. Rich

Defendant was found guilty of being an armed habitual criminal and sentenced to 15 years in prison. On appeal, defendant argued that he was denied the effective assistance of counsel when trial counsel failed to file a motion to suppress evidence, that his sentence was excessive, and that Illinois’ AHC and unlawful use of a weapon by a felon statutes are unconstitutional. The appellate court affirmed, finding no error and rejecting defendant’s constitutional challenges. (McBRIDE and HOWSE, concurring)