A guilty verdict feels overwhelming, but a trial court decision is not always the final word. Appeals do not start a trial over or call new witnesses to testify. Instead, higher courts review official trial transcripts to determine if the judge or prosecutor made...
Month: July 2026
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When can ineffective assistance of counsel lead to a new trial?
If you have been convicted of a crime, you have the right to competent legal representation. Most defense attorneys work hard to protect your rights. However, serious mistakes can happen. When those mistakes affect the outcome of your criminal case, your conviction...
How your DNA can end up at a crime scene you never visited
Imagine if one day law enforcement knocks on your door to inform you that they discovered your DNA at a crime scene. The most shocking part? You have never even set foot in that location. Strange as it may sound, many individuals have experienced this and some are...
