To ensure that criminal defendants have fair trials, prosecutors are generally required to “put all their cards on the table.” Whether material evidence is good or bad for the prosecution’s goals, it is supposed to be disclosed to the defense. This is particularly...
“Ineffective assistance of counsel” is an issue raised by many criminal defendants seeking post-conviction relief. What does that really mean? You can be disappointed in the outcome of your case and dissatisfied with your attorney’s work, but that doesn’t necessarily...
Yes. Juror misconduct can support post-conviction relief in Oregon in some situations. A criminal conviction depends on a fair trial, and jurors play a central role in that process. If a juror's actions undermine fairness, a person may wonder whether the conviction...
