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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


Can I get help with parole in Alabama?
Are you eligible for parole in Alabama? Attorney Peter Armstrong breaks down the requirements and possibilities available to inmates in the state of Alabama.
Apr 10


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


“I need an appeal!” But what kind of appeal?
How to understand the appeals process if you or your loved one has been convicted.
Feb 24


What is the difference between an unpublished denial on appeal & a published opinion?
One of the many concepts to understand is the idea of published and unpublished opinions. Let us explain what that means, and what it means when the court denies the appeal without an opinion.
Jan 29


Should ineffective assistance of counsel claims in Alabama be raised on direct appeal or in a Rule 32 petition?
What is the best way to raise an Ineffective Assistance of Counsel claim in Alabama?
Jan 26


The Alabama Solution Nominated for Academy Award!
New documentary exposes prisoner abuse and horrific living conditions in Alabama's state prisons.
Jan 23


How do you attack a murder conviction in Alabama? | Understanding Different Types of Homicide
Here's what you need to know about a murder conviction. There are multiple type of homicide in Alabama. Let's break down the differences.
Jan 13


Alabama Procedures | Right to a Speedy Trial
What is your right to a speedy trial in Alabama?
Jan 11
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