Q: I was convicted of 4 offenses. The most serious of the offenses was dismissed after 28.9 years. I'm still confined.
I am on parole for the offense that was dismissed
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It sounds like you're dealing with a complex situation involving your conviction and parole. If the most serious offense was dismissed, yet you remain confined and on parole, there may be some legal confusion that needs to be addressed. Dismissal of the most serious offense might have an impact on your parole status, especially if it was the reason you are still confined or supervised.
You may want to verify if the parole conditions are legally valid after the dismissal. Sometimes, parole may still apply to other offenses, even if the most serious one has been dismissed. It’s crucial to check the specific terms of your sentence and parole.
It could be helpful to reach out to someone with expertise in post-conviction relief or parole issues. They can help clarify whether your current confinement and parole align with your legal rights.
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