Rule 32.12 - Informal Conference(a)Generally. At any time, the court may hold an informal conference to expedite a proceeding for post-conviction relief.(b)Capital Cases. In a capital case, the court must hold an informal conference no later than 90 days after counsel is appointed on the first notice requesting post-conviction relief.(c)The Defendant's Presence. The defendant need not be present at an informal conference if defense counsel is present.Amended August 29, 2019, effective 1/1/2020.