Federal and Tennessee sentencing appeals don't fight the verdict, they fight the sentence itself. Knowing the deadlines, the case law, and the most appealable issues is the difference between a sentence that gets reduced and a window that quietly closes.

Newly discovered evidence can reopen a criminal case, but strict deadlines and legal standards apply. Learn how Rule 33, § 2255, and state post-conviction options work so you can act strategically.

Between November and December 2025, the rules for post-conviction relief changed across federal court, North Carolina, and Tennessee. New deadlines now bar claims that once could be filed years later, while other long-closed doors have finally opened. This update explains what changed, when it changed, and why 2026 is the year timing matters most for anyone considering post-conviction relief.

Guilty or not guilty? Really isn’t the question. Even after conviction, fairness matters. At Adam Rodrigues Law, we review cases for constitutional errors, ineffective counsel, and sentencing issues to ensure justice was done lawfully. Our post-conviction team fights for second chances and helps clients rebuild their lives with dignity and due process.