Amy S. asked

⚖️  Law

My father took a plea in 2001 and was told he would be eligible for release in 10 years, but he has now served 15 and 1/2 years due to procedural and time bars. Will a petition help convince the DA and judge to correct his sentence, and what legal actions can be taken to address this issue?

May 28th, 2023

Raymond V. answered

Eligible for release and actual release are different; eligibility means the parole board can consid...

May 28th, 2023

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