Council Assistance For Elderly In Virginia

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

Description

The document is a Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus by a person in state custody, specifically addressing the case of an individual suffering from paranoid schizophrenia who contends that his guilty plea was not made voluntarily or with adequate understanding due to his mental illness. This form outlines the petitioner's personal history, the nature of his conviction for selling a controlled substance, and details the claims of ineffective assistance of counsel. Key features include sections for listing respondent information, the grounds for relief, and requests for evidentiary hearings. Filling and editing instructions suggest that legal representatives should ensure accurate details are entered regarding personal identification, convictions, and past legal representation. This form is particularly useful for attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants working on post-conviction matters, as it offers a template to facilitate claims related to mental health issues and the adequacy of legal defense. The petition highlights the need for mental health treatment, making it relevant for cases where individuals claim mental illness has impacted their legal outcomes.