Request for Review by the Conviction Review Unit - Minnesota (Hmong)

This is a legal document that was released by the Office of the Minnesota Attorney General - a government authority operating within Minnesota.

The document is provided in Hmong.

FAQ

Q: What is the Conviction Review Unit?
A: The Conviction Review Unit is a department in Minnesota that reviews convictions for possible wrongful convictions.

Q: What does the Conviction Review Unit do?
A: The Conviction Review Unit reviews cases where there may be new evidence or information that could potentially prove a person's innocence.

Q: Who can request a review by the Conviction Review Unit?
A: Any individual who believes they may have been wrongfully convicted in Minnesota can request a review by the Conviction Review Unit.

Q: What is the purpose of a review by the Conviction Review Unit?
A: The purpose of a review by the Conviction Review Unit is to examine whether there is substantial evidence that could support a claim of innocence.

Q: What happens during a review by the Conviction Review Unit?
A: During a review, the Conviction Review Unit investigates the case, gathers new evidence if necessary, and evaluates whether there is enough evidence to support a claim of innocence.

Q: What can be the outcome of a review by the Conviction Review Unit?
A: The outcome of a review by the Conviction Review Unit can vary. It may result in the exoneration of the individual if new evidence is found that proves their innocence, or it may confirm the original conviction if no substantial evidence of innocence is found.

Q: Is the review process by the Conviction Review Unit limited to specific communities?
A: No, the review process by the Conviction Review Unit is available to individuals of all communities, including the Hmong community.