Post-Conviction Relief and Habeas Corpus in State and Federal Courts
Not all mistakes or errors that are made at trial can be addressed by means of a conventional criminal appeal. For this reason, many jurisdictions, including New Jersey, allow defendants to challenge the validity of their conviction by means of a motion for post-conviction relief (PCR), the equivalent of a federal petition for habeas corpus.
James S. Friedman, LLC, has extensive experience in motions for post-conviction relief and petitions for habeas corpus. The firm represents clients on motions for post-conviction relief in state court, and in habeas corpus proceedings in federal court.
A PCR motion is the state equivalent of a federal habeas corpus petition. It is not a substitute for a criminal appeal, and may be available to a defendant whose appeal was denied. The procedures governing state court motions for post-conviction relief or federal habeas corpus petitions are an important safeguard built into our criminal justice system, and are designed to provide yet another means of ensuring a defendant has not been wrongfully convicted, and that their constitutional rights were fully protected, both before and during trial or the plea process.
The firm frequently advises clients seeking to use the post-conviction relief or habeas corpus process to challenge the validity of their convictions, and works with defendants to analyze possible grounds for such applications.
Protect Your Constitutional Rights
James S. Friedman, LLC, handles state court motions for post-conviction relief and federal habeas corpus petitions for individuals who believe their constitutional rights were violated. As part of its analysis of any post-conviction relief motion or habeas corpus petition, the firm works diligently to investigate whether a client's constitutional rights were thoroughly exercised and protected at all stages of a criminal case.
Mr. Friedman's post-conviction relief practice is not limited to New Jersey and/or New York. Attorney Friedman has been admitted in other states on a case-by-case basis to represent clients in connection with motions for post-conviction relief.
Contact James S. Friedman, LLC
Even if your appeal was unsuccessful, you may still be able to challenge the validity of your conviction by means of a motion for post-conviction relief or a habeas corpus petition. Contact the criminal defense firm of James S. Friedman, LLC, today to discuss the manner in which you can take advantage of these important procedures that are intended to protect your constitutional rights. To schedule a consultation, call Mr. Friedman at 866-484-1906 (toll free).
