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Can You Win An Appeal For Ineffective Assistance Of Counsel?

The most common argument on appeal in criminal cases focuses on ineffective assistance of counsel. But can you win with that argument?

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“JPay Sucks.” Here’s Why You’re Not the Only Person Who Thinks So.

If you’re visiting How to Justice, you’ve probably already said it: “JPay sucks.” You’re not alone, but it’s a hard problem to fix.

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Will A Lawyer Take Your Wrongful Conviction Case For Free?

If you’ve been wrongfully convicted, you may be considering hiring a lawyer. But will a lawyer take your wrongful conviction case for free?

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What Are “Tough On Crime” Laws? How Do They Impact Your Case?

Since the 1980s, “tough on crime” laws have spread throughout our criminal justice system, and they impact your case more than you know.

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When Can You Appeal To The US Supreme Court?

It’s possible that you could appeal your criminal case to the US Supreme Court. But how do you do it? And is there a chance you can win?

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I’ve Been In Your Shoes: What Does Justice Impacted Mean?

Tears almost came out of my eyes, thinking about what being justice impacted has meant for my family and me. Justice Impacted means…

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What Is Prosecutorial Discretion And How Can It Impact Your Case?

Prosecutorial discretion is the power prosecutors have to make charging decisions. This power is huge and can have a big impact on your case.

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What Is The Post Conviction Relief Act And How Does It Help?

If you or a loved one has been convicted of a crime, you’ve probably heard about the Post Conviction Relief Act. But what is it?

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How Do Officials Handle Detoxing In Prison?

More than two million people in U.S. prisons have opioid addictions. What are prisons and jails doing to help people detox?

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Did Compassionate Release Change During COVID-19?

COVID-19 has overwhelmed prisons across the country, but compassionate releases have been hard to come by in certain areas.

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