Legal Question in Criminal Law in Texas

Can/Should/Will a Texas trial court vacate a conviction if what I was convicted of wasn't a crime ... even after I served the 15-year sentence?


Asked on 1/14/11, 10:25 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Cynthia Henley Cynthia Henley, Lawyer

If it was not a crime at the time you were accused, then they would vacate the conviction if you file a proper application for writ of habeas corpus - even if you have served the sentence as long as you still suffer as a result of the conviction (which is a very low burden - inability to get certain jobs or obtain certain housing meets the criteria.)

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Answered on 2/19/11, 5:45 pm


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