Ramos v. Louisiana: Is it Retroactive?

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Great news out of the Supreme Court today. In Ramos v. Louisiana, the Supreme Court of the United States declared that non-unanimous juries, also known as split juries, are unconstitutional. However, the main question after Ramos is whether…
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What are My Chances of Winning on Appeal?

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I get this question all the time – what are my chances of winning on appeal? Different attorneys will tell you different things. Some will tell you that you have almost no chance of winning on appeal. Other attorneys will tell you exactly…
What is post conviction relief_ Sam Winston law office new orleans la

New Orleans Appeals Attorney

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If you’re looking for a New Orleans Appeals Attorney, there are a few things that you should know. First, a New Orleans Appeals Attorney will be an attorney who regularly practices before the appeals courts in New Orleans. For example,…
5 keys to winning a case on appeal _ Sam Winston law office new orleans la

5 keys to winning a case on appeal

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Appealing an unfavorable verdict can be a daunting task, but an effective attorney can synthesize a complicated case into a few critical arguments to give you the best chance at succeeding. Although each appeal is different, here are 5 keys…
Class vs. United States_ Guilty Plea Doesn't Prohibit Constitutional Challenge _ Sam Winston law office new orleans la

Class vs. United States: Guilty Plea Doesn't Prohibit Constitutional Challenge

The U.S. Supreme Court has just reversed the D.C. Court of Appeals in Class v. United States, a case that is likely to impact federal plea agreements and criminal appeals across the country. In the case, Rodney Class of North Carolina, was…
How long will my appeal take_ Sam Winston law office new orleans la

How long will my appeal take?

An appeal is a lengthy process that requires patience, diligence, and hope. While your attorney will have strict deadlines on how long he or she has to file an appeal of your conviction, there is no strict deadline on how long an appeals courthas…
How to get my criminal conviction overturned on appeal_ Sam Winston law office new orleans la

How to get my criminal conviction overturned on appeal?

If you or someone you know have been convicted of a crime, you have the right to appeal your conviction. When you appeal your conviction, you are asking an appellate court to take a second look at your case to determine whether there were any…
What is post conviction relief_ Sam Winston law office new orleans la

What is post-conviction relief?

If you were convicted of a crime and lost your appeal, not all hope is lost. The next step is to file for post-conviction relief. Post-conviction relief is different from the appeals process, and it takes an experienced lawyer who specializes…