No one wants to be convicted of a crime, but that doesn’t mean it’s possible to overturn every conviction. In order to qualify for post-conviction relief, your right to a fair trial must have been violated in some way. Learn more about what those rights are and what circumstances might lead to vacating or modifying a sentence by following our attorney blog.
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Why the Davis v. United States Supreme Court Decision Is Important if You Were Sentenced for Using a Firearm During a Violent or Drug-Related Crime Under Federal Law Did you receive a longer federal prison sentence for using a gun during a violent crime? A recent Supreme Court decision may affect your sentence. -
Florida 3.850 Motions and Writs of Habeas Corpus Are Not the Same Should you file a writ of habeas corpus or a 3.850 motion after an unjust conviction? Find out which is right for you from from a Florida defense attorney. -
You Have a Limited Time to File a Post-Conviction Motion in Florida FL Rules of Criminal Procedure provide you with a limited amount of time to file for post-conviction relief. Make sure your time doesn’t expire before you file. -
Can I withdraw a guilty plea after sentencing in Florida? In limited circumstances, you may withdraw a guilty plea after sentencing in Florida. Find out how to do it and how a lawyer can help you. -
What Is the Difference Between an Appeal and a Post-Conviction Motion? To protect your rights after a Florida criminal conviction, it is essential for you to know the difference between an appeal and a post-conviction motion. -
Signs You Received Ineffective Assistance of Counsel in a Florida Criminal Case You have a constitutional right to counsel. Find out if your rights may have been violated by recognizing signs of ineffective assistance of counsel. -
Broward Cops Must Pay $7M To Man They Framed and Wrongfully Convicted Two former Broward Sheriff deputies should pay a man $7 million for framing him in a brutal rape and murder! Read more about his case... -
Florida v. Jardines | Drug-sniffing Dog Case Dog sniff search was issued as unconstitutional by the Supreme Court since there was no warrant.