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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


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


“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 equitable tolling?
What is equitable tolling and how does is affect federal habeas corpus?
Feb 17


What is Hobbs Act robbery?
Understanding Hobbs Act robbery, and what to do if your loved one is convicted for this offense.
Feb 10


What are the federal sentencing guidelines?
What are federal sentencing guidelines and does an error in sentencing help in an appeal?
Feb 5


What is the difference between an unpublished denial on appeal & a published opinion?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




What happens if compassionate release is denied?
What to do if a compassionate release petition is denied?
Jan 20


Do I need a lawyer for my appeal if I have AI?
Is AI a useful tool in the legal profession? The answer is -- well, yes and no.
Jan 18


What is the relate back doctrine?
What is the relate back doctrine in 2255 petitions?
Jan 16
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