Assistance With Attorney Fees In Wake

• Category: Criminal - Habeas Corpus
• State: Multi-State
• County: Wake
• Control #: US-000277
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

The document is a petition for writ of habeas corpus filed by an individual currently incarcerated at a state penitentiary, seeking relief based on claims of ineffective assistance of counsel and mental illness. The petitioner contends that their guilty plea was not made voluntarily and that their mental health issues, specifically paranoid schizophrenia, were not adequately addressed by their attorney. The form outlines the background of the petitioner’s conviction, the ineffective representation faced, and the deteriorating mental state while in custody. Key features include instructions for filling out personal and case details, as well as providing supporting exhibits and affidavits. The target audience for this form includes attorneys, partners, and associates who may represent clients in similar situations, paralegals, and legal assistants assisting with case preparation. This petition serves as a critical document in advocating for clients who are mentally ill and require appropriate medical attention rather than incarceration, aligning their legal rights with necessary psychiatric care.