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Appeals
Small Victories are Still Significant: Latest Decision on Felony Murder Case - Alabama v. Antonio Deandre Hawkins
The Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals released a new decision in the felony murder case of Antonio Hawkins.
May 5
How does sentencing work in Alabama?
Understanding the guidelines and sentencing requirements in the state of Alabama.
May 1
U.S. Supreme Court News | District of Columbia v. R.W.
Read the latest Supreme Court opinion in the case of District of Columbia v. R.W.,608 U.S. which highlights why 4th Amendment and unreasonable search issues can be complicated.
Apr 17
My Rule 32 was denied without a hearing! What do I do now?
If your Rule 32 petition was denied without a hearing, don't worry. Here's what you need to know.
Apr 2
Murder conviction reversal leads to new trial in the case of Alabama v. Jammie LaJoyce Hughes
AL Court of Criminal Appeals recently reversed the murder conviction of Jammie LaJoyce Hughes for a new trial.
Mar 26
What is federal habeas corpus for state prisoners in Alabama? What are the time limits?
What does federal habeas corpus mean for Alabama state prisoners, and what are the timelines?
Mar 23
Why is the time limit for filing a Rule 32 petition so short?
Why is it so hard to make the time limit for filing a Rule 32 Petition?
Mar 14
“My lawyer didn’t call my witnesses at trial. Is there anything I can do?”
What to do if your attorney did not call a specific witness at trial, and does it qualify as ineffective assistance of counsel?
Mar 6
“I took a plea. Can I appeal? Can I file for ineffective assistance of counsel?”
Can you file for ineffective assistance of counsel if you took a plea?
Mar 2
I just lost my appeal! Can I appeal to the Supreme Court?
Can you appeal to the Supreme Court if your initial appeal was denied?
Feb 28
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