You may have heard people talking about a “Rule 35” and wondered, “what is a Rule 35?” and, “Should I apply for a Rule 35?” This article gives a brief explanation of Rule 35 and when it may apply to your case. Rule 35 refers to Idaho Criminal Rule 35, which controls a Motion for[…]

Direct Appeal or Action for Post-Conviction Relief. There are two ways to challenge your criminal conviction in Idaho. First, you can make a direct appeal to the Idaho Supreme Court. The second is an action for Post-Conviction Relief. They are made to different courts, address different issues, and have different timelines of when the court has[…]