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2255 Hearing

The hearing was granted. Inmate was in transport back to Odessa. There has been 2 postponements on this hearing so far. Officers involved have also postponed depositions again due to lack of counsel for the second time.

When does the 120 days start?


Asked on 6/24/09, 11:36 am

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Re: 2255 Hearing

I'm not sure what you mean by "120 days." I am not surprised that there have been delays in the hearing. 2255s often move rather slowly. Does the inmate have a lawyer? Usually, even if the inmate cannot afford a lawyer, the court will appoint once a hearing has been set. The inmate should move to have counsel appointed if he/she cannot afford one. If the inmate can afford a lawyer, and he/she has not hired on yet, that needs to be done ASAP!

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Answered on 6/24/09, 3:32 pm


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