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1) Jeromino Morales Lopez pled guilty to possession with intent to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. He was sentenced to 80 months imprisonment. 2) On appeal, Lopez claims his trial counsel provided ineffective assistance by failing to move for a downward departure due to his alien status or present evidence on how his alien status would impact his incarceration. 3) The court finds these claims are not cognizable on direct appeal, as the record does not conclusively establish counsel

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