Category: Court Filings
Explainer: Criminal Justice Reform Going Into 2023
Heading into 2023, there are reasons to be optimistic and pessimistic about criminal justice reform after what happened in 2022.
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Explainer: Unanswered Questions About FSA Time Credits
There are a lot of questions about FSA time credits out there right now. Here’s the best information we have in less than 1,000 words.
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What Are The Possible Outcomes On Appeal?
In a criminal case, there are usually three possible outcomes on appeal: affirmed, reversed or affirmed in part and reversed in part.
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Do You Have The Right To A Lawyer On Appeal?
The Sixth Amendment protects your right to a lawyer on appeal, but that right only extends so far. Then, you’re on your own.
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When Can You Appeal?
Most people know that you can appeal after trial and sentencing, but there are other rules you need to know about appeals too.
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When Can You File a Bivens Action?
You can file a Bivens action any time your rights are violated, but violations of the Fourth, Fifth and Eighth Amendments are most common.
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Explainer: The Supreme Court Decision in Concepcion v United States
In Concepcion v United States, the Supreme Court ruled that district courts can consider many factors when deciding a First Step Act motion.
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How Do You Find Newly Discovered Evidence From Prison?
You can find newly discovered evidence from prison, but it’s not easy. You’ll likely need help from at least one other person.
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What is the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)?
The Freedom of Information Act can help you win your wrongful-conviction lawsuit, but every state’s rules are different.
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How Soon Can You File A Lawsuit For FSA Time Credits?
You can file a lawsuit for FSA Time Credits any time you want. But courts have been dismissing them as too early no matter when you file.
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