Q: Can I apply for a pardon after taking a guilty plea that violated my right t a unanimous jury verdict?
I pled guilty without being aware of my right to be convicted by the unanimous vote of a jury. Because of Johnson and Apodaca, the state will try to say that they acted in good faith. But the U.S. Supreme Court did not know that Louisiana used the non unanimous jury law for discrimination purposes. So can I apply for a position president to LSA R.S. 15.572.9?(Avery Alexander Act)
A: Without knowing more of your situation and the underlying facts and circumstances of the charge, one cannot provide you good advice, however what I do suggest is that you contact a criminal defense lawyer and/or appellate lawyer with knowing of handling post-conviction relief and pardons and have someone sit down on your behalf and discss your matter. Good luck.
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