A conviction is not always the end of the road. When a detention or conviction violates the Constitution, a writ of habeas corpus can be the way forward.
Often called “the Great Writ,” habeas corpus lets a court examine whether a person is being held in violation of the Constitution or federal law. It is one of the most important safeguards of individual liberty — a way to ask a court to look again when something has gone wrong.
Habeas and post-conviction motions usually come after a direct appeal, and may be available where a conviction or sentence was affected by a serious legal error, such as:
The right vehicle depends on who is holding you: federal prisoners generally proceed under 28 U.S.C. § 2255, state prisoners seeking federal review under § 2254, and certain other detentions under § 2241.
I review the trial and appellate record for constitutional and legal errors, identify the strongest grounds for relief, and prepare and litigate the petition. These cases are demanding, and the deadlines are strict — under the AEDPA there is generally a one-year window to file. If you believe a conviction or detention is unlawful, reach out early so we can protect your rights before time runs out.
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