An October 9, 2026, California ruling says a conspiracy to commit murder conviction may not block 1172.6 relief when the jury instruction was flawed.
An August 17, 2026, California Supreme Court ruling says a habeas court can fix one part of a final sentence without a full resentencing under newer laws.
Many people who are not U.S. citizens pleaded guilty years ago after initialing an immigration warning on a
On May 4, 2026, the California Supreme Court decided People v. Morris, S284751, and the ruling could change
In California, newly discovered medical evidence can play a pivotal role in challenging felony murder convictions, particularly when
Feeling unsafe with your cellmate can be terrifying, especially if the prison refuses to allow you to change
What Happened in People v. Gallardo? In People v. Gallardo, the court reviewed the case of a woman whose sentence
Understanding the Kill Zone Theory The “kill zone” theory lets courts say that if someone tries to kill
Challenging a parole board denial is a critical process for inmates seeking early release from prison. If you
In legal terms, new evidence refers to information or facts that were not available at the time of
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