Withheld Evidence Legal Options

Summary

If evidence is withheld in a South Carolina criminal case, you can request it through a Freedom of Information Act request, though limitations may apply. Your relative has the right to appeal the conviction, and hiring an appellate lawyer is advisable. If the appellate defense attorney refuses to address the withheld evidence, you can file a complaint with the South Carolina Bar and seek another attorney. If the attorney is now the head of the appellate defense, you can file a complaint with the South Carolina Judicial Department.

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Thank you for providing the location. In South Carolina, you may request the tape through a Freedom of Information Act request. However, there may be limitations if the tape is part of an ongoing investigation. It would be best to consult with a lawyer.
That is what got him in prison
Based on your situation in South Carolina:
- Your relative has the right to appeal his conviction.
- Consider hiring an appellate lawyer who can review the case and potentially challenge the conviction based on the withheld evidence.
- Reach out to South Carolina Appellate Courts for further guidance:

South Carolina Appellate Courts


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Gervais Street, Columbia, SC *
Website: www.sccourts.org
The appellate defense attorney refused to perfect the appeal via, raise the prosecutor withholding video tape
Based on your situation in South Carolina:
- You can file a complaint against the defense attorney with the South Carolina Bar.
- You can also seek another attorney who would be willing to challenge the withholding of evidence.
~South Carolina Bar Association
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Taylor St, Columbia, SC *
Website: www.scbar.org

The appellate defense attorney who threw the case is now the head of the s.c. appellate defense
Based on your situation in South Carolina:
- You can file a complaint against the attorney with the South Carolina Judicial Department.
- You can also seek legal advice from another attorney.
~South Carolina Judicial Department
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Gervais St, Columbia, SC *
Website: www.sccourts.org