Document Type
Case Summary
Publication Date
1-13-2022
Case Synopsis
During voir dire, Dean’s defense counsel discussed racial stereotypes in a careless manner. The Court concluded that counsel’s performance was unreasonable and resulted in prejudice to Dean. The district court erred in denying Dean’s petition for a writ of habeas corpus.
Recommended Citation
Shepard, Terra, "Dean (Sean) v. Sheriff, 138 Nev. Adv. Op. 2 (Jan. 13, 2022)" (2022). Nevada Supreme Court Summaries. 1467.
https://scholars.law.unlv.edu/nvscs/1467
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