Opinion ID: 1759881
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Heading Rank: 6

Heading: CR 76.16(5)(a) 50 PAGE LIMIT

Text: Appellant contends that the 50 page limit for briefs imposed under CR 76.16(5)(a) denies him a full and fair opportunity to present his claims. This argument is completely without merit. Pursuant to CR 76.12(4)(b)(ii), counsel can request leave to file a brief in excess of the 50-page limit. Counsel chose not to do so, and thus this Court was not given the opportunity to consider any reasons Appellant may have had to justify a longer brief. Further, we point out that, contrary to Appellant's argument, a page limit is simply not a due process violation. Watts v. Thompson, 116 F.3d 220 (7th Cir.1997). Accordingly, for the reasons set forth herein, we conclude that the trial court properly denied Appellant an evidentiary hearing and relief under RCr 11.42. All claims set forth both in the original and supplemental RCr 11.42 motions are either refuted by the record or insufficient to justify a hearing. The convictions and sentence of the Fayette Circuit Court are affirmed. All concur.