Wrongful Conviction Appeal Steps

Hi Terrance,
I'm really sorry to hear about your situation. Since this involves a conviction and potential constitutional issues, would you like me to connect you with local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?

Could you please provide your phone number so I can start the referral process?

I'll start the referral process for you. Can you please provide me with your zip code?

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Thank you, Terrance. To proceed, could you please provide your email address?

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Sure, Terrance. Here is a step-by-step guide to help you file an appeal:
*. Obtain Court Records:
- Write a letter to the court clerk requesting your entire case file.
- Include your name, case number (FVI22003132), and a brief explanation.
*. Review Trial Transcripts:
- Read through all trial transcripts to identify errors or unfair procedures.
*. Prepare Notice of Appeal:
- Prepare a Notice of Appeal form (Form CR-*).
- File this form with the court where you were convicted within 60 days of your sentencing.
*. Request Appointed Counsel:
- Given your limited resources, request court-appointed counsel through the Public Defender’s Office.
*. Prepare and File the Opening Brief:
- Once counsel is appointed, they will help prepare and file the Opening Brief, outlining the errors and legal bases for your appeal.
*. Oral Argument:
- Your lawyer may present oral arguments in front of the appellate judges.
*. Await Decision:
- After the oral argument, wait for the appellate court’s decision.
*. Further Appeals:
- If the appeal is denied, you may seek further review by the California Supreme Court.

Would you like more detailed information on any of these steps?

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Terrance, I can help you get started with filling out the Notice of Appeal form (Form CR-*). Below are the steps to complete this form:
*. Court Name: Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino
*. People of the State of California vs.: Terrance Lavar Brown
*. Case Number: FVI22003132
*. Date of Judgment or Order: December *, *
*. Defendant’s Information:
- Name: Terrance Lavar Brown
- Address: (Your current address or facility address if incarcerated)
*. Notice of Appeal:
- Check the box indicating you are appealing the judgment.
*. Attorney or Self-Representation:
- If you have an attorney, fill in their information. If not, check "Self-Represented" and provide your contact information.
Sign and date the form. Once completed, you will need to file this form with the clerk of the court where you were convicted.
Would you like to go through any specific section in more detail?

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Terrance, here are some steps to find habeas corpus lawyers who specialize in racial bias and systemic inequities:
*. California Innocence Project:
- Focus: Assisting wrongfully convicted individuals.
- Website: www.californiainnocenceproject.org
*. NAACP Legal Defense Fund:
- Focus: Civil rights and racial justice.
- Website: www.naacpldf.org
*. American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Southern California:
- Focus: Defending individual rights and liberties.
- Website: www.aclusocal.org
*. Equal Justice Initiative:
- Focus: Racial injustice in the criminal justice system.
- Website: www.eji.org
*. Public Defender’s Office:
- Request their assistance to appoint a lawyer experienced in habeas corpus petitions.
Would you like contact details for any of these organizations?

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Sure, Terrance, here are the contact details for the organizations:
*. California Innocence Project
- Website: [www.californiainnocenceproject.org](http://www.californiainnocenceproject.org)
- Phone: (*) *-*
- Address: California Innocence Project, California Western School of Law, * Cedar Street, San Diego, CA *
*. NAACP Legal Defense Fund
- Website: [www.naacpldf.org](http://www.naacpldf.org)
- Phone: (*) *-*
- Address: * Rector Street, 5th Floor, New York, NY *
*. American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Southern California
- Website: [www.aclusocal.org](http://www.aclusocal.org)
- Phone: (*) *-*
- Address: * West 8th Street, Suite *, Los Angeles, CA *
*. Equal Justice Initiative
- Website: [www.eji.org](http://www.eji.org)
- Phone: (*) *-*
- Address: * Commerce Street, Montgomery, AL *
*. Public Defender's Office
- Contact your local Public Defender’s Office for assistance.
Would you like more detailed information on any specific organization?

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The racial law passed in * refers to California Assembly Bill No. *, also known as the California Racial Justice Act. Here are some key points:
- California Racial Justice Act (AB *):
- Enacted: *.
- Prohibits the state from seeking or obtaining a criminal conviction or imposing a sentence based on race, ethnicity, or national origin.
Regarding success rates for appeals under this law in California:
- *-*:
- Limited data, as the law is relatively new. Initial cases have shown promise in highlighting biases.
- *-*:
- Prior to AB *, racial bias claims faced significant challenges without specific legal backing.
For precise statistics, consider contacting the California Innocence Project or the ACLU of Southern California. Would you like contact information for these organizations?

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Sure, Terrance. Here are the contact details: