Jacob Blizzard here, and today, I wanted to talk to you about a question that I get asked sometimes: why do you choose to practice post-conviction relief? First, I’ll tell you a little bit of background about me. I grew up in the Houston area in a little town called Crosby, and when I graduated…
Brady Evidence is one of the most important tools at your disposal of proving yourself innocent (or getting a reduced sentence) after you’ve already been sent to prison. Introduction to Brady Material Brady Material is material (or evidence) that is favorable to the defense (your loved one) in some way. In other words, it’s exculpatory,…
Knowing about and understanding the “two prongs” of Ineffective Assistance is very important to your case. Today I wanted to talk to you about Ineffective Assistance of Counsel and how you can use that ground in a 110.7 Writ of Habeas Corpus application on direct appeal or in a federal writ. The Things You Need…
Recusing the trial court judge in your case is an option when you believe the trial court judge in your case was biased or prejudiced against you. Filing a motion for recusal of the trial judge may be a good option. Recusing the Trial Court Judge for An 11.07 Writ of Habeas Corpus HearingWatch this…
Can you still clear your name after being released from prison? Yes, you can do this by pursuing the 11.07 writ process. You can get your conviction overturned or your sentence overturned even if you have already served your entire sentence. The Court of Criminal Appeals has set out in Ex Parte Harrington that you can pursue…