Understanding The Habeas Corpus Appeal Process A judge recently denied an appeal to vacate a sentence filed by a former federal worker who claimed that three individuals who testified against him in a case only did so because these individuals had been promised to have their jobs returned. After being convicted of several conspiracy related… Read More
Writs of habeas corpus can be effective after the deadline has passed to file a motion to vacate or if a judge does not allow you to withdraw your plea. At these points, a person must make the case for why he or she should be able to withdraw the plea. In some cases, a… Read More
An individual who is convicted in federal court can bring a habeas corpus action, but there are critical steps that must be followed to make sure that the motion is properly filed. Although it is often imperative to retain the assistance of skilled legal counsel if you are interested in filing a habeas corpus motion in… Read More