Bob Kasarda

• Christopher Matson, 61, is seeking to overturn his conviction for the 2000 murder of businessman Rick Pinkerton in Porter.

• Matson was found guilty in May 2001 of robbing and killing Pinkerton while disguised as a pizza delivery man.

• He received a 95-year sentence, which includes a 30-year addition for being labeled a habitual offender.

• Matson claims he was denied effective legal counsel and improperly labeled as a habitual offender.

• A local hearing has been scheduled for Nov. 13 to argue his case, granted by Judge Jeffrey Clymer.

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