When it comes to criminal law, the process doesn’t end with a trial verdict. For many individuals, the hope for justice lives on through the appellate process. Appellate counsel plays a pivotal role in this stage, but what happens when someone ...
Read MoreIn this comprehensive blog post, we will delve into the world of successful and landmark ineffective assistance of counsel cases, examining both the concept and its practical application through landmark legal decisions. We will cite references to ca...
Read MoreWhen it comes to the intricate workings of the legal system, few concepts are as essential and complex as federal habeas corpus. This fundamental legal principle serves as a safeguard against unlawful detention, offering individuals a lifeline to cha...
Read MoreProbation is a form of supervision imposed by the criminal justice system that allows individuals convicted of crimes to serve their sentences within the communities rather than in a prison setting. It is intended to provide an opportunity for rehabi...
Read MoreIn the labyrinth world of criminal law, every detail and nuance matters. One powerful tool that defense attorneys wield to protect their clients’ rights is the motion to suppress. This legal mechanism holds the potential to impact the outcome o...
Read MoreIn the intricate world of criminal law, legal maneuvers and procedural strategies play a pivotal role in shaping the outcome of a case. One such tactic often taking center stage is the “motion in limine.” Derived from Latin, “in lim...
Read MoreJailhouse lawyers are inmates who provide legal assistance to other inmates within the correctional system. These individuals usually have developed an understanding of the law through self-study or practical experience, and they use this knowledge t...
Read MoreIn the realm of criminal law, the right to effective assistance of counsel is paramount. In the landmark case of Strickland v. Washington, 104 S.Ct. 2052 (1984), the U.S. Supreme Court established a two-pronged test to determine whether a defendant r...
Read MoreThe Colossal Book of Criminal Citations, (7th Edition), is a book which has continuously evolved since 2014. What makes my book unique, it’s premised upon questions asked by criminal defendants who understand very little about the law. Through ...
Read MoreA reader has asked, what are some successful ineffective assistance of counsel cases? To answer the question, I decided to create another checklist. It is designed similar to the free post-conviction checklist and free habeas corpus checklist. ...
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