An accused who withdraws instructions from legal representatives and proceeds to trial unrepresented cannot later rely on the disadvantages of self-representation as a ground of appeal alleging unfairness. Forensic decisions made by counsel, including agreements not to call witnesses, bind the accused and will not be disturbed on appeal unless shown to be illogical or inexplicable. The prospect of deportation as a consequence of conviction is not an acceptable explanation for delay in filing an appeal.
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