ACP coordinates the assignment of attorneys to represent individuals who cannot afford to retain an attorney in various Criminal and Family Court matters.
The Supreme Court said Monday that state prisoners may not present new evidence in federal court in support of a claim that their post-conviction counsel in state court was ineffective in violation of the Constitution. ... See MoreSee Less
The Supreme Court said Monday that state prisoners may not present new evidence in federal court in support of a claim that their post-conviction counsel in state court was ineffective in violation of...
A New York State committee voted today to investigate racial disparities in the state’s child welfare system. The investigation could help document troubling and persistent inequities and recommend ...
Specifically, the court held that the federal statute governing post-conviction review prohibits the federal court from considering evidence that the ineffective post-conviction lawyer failed to uncover. ... See MoreSee Less
If all New York courts were officiated by someone with an actual legal education, then more New Yorkers might have faith in local justice. ... See MoreSee Less