Post-Conviction Motion
/ˌpoʊst kənˈvɪkʃən ˈmoʊʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal request filed after a criminal conviction seeking relief such as sentence modification, new trial, or correction of legal errors.
The defendant filed a post-conviction motion to challenge the evidence admitted at trial.
Forms
- post-conviction motion
- post-conviction motions
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Commentary
Post-conviction motions are distinct from direct appeals and are usually filed in the trial court or specialized post-conviction relief courts.
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