Tuesday, March 3, 2015

If a defense lawyer fail to explain a reconsideration, is that ineffective assistance?

Question

If a defense lawyer fail to explain a reconsideration, is that ineffective assistance?



Answer

Perhaps. Postconviction requires the defendant to bear the burden of persuading the court. Accordingly, it can be time consuming and expensive just to find out whether you have a case.



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