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Saturday, January 10, 2009

The Road Ahead


I had a great visit with my mom today. I don't know why, but in one-on-one visits we usually talk about different stuff than when we would with others. The same is true for everyone else, too.

I found out today that I do not have a chance for an appeal at all. The lawyer at the juvenile justice
non-profit foundation who was looking at my case said that, because of the agreement I made in the court judgment, I gave away almost all chances for appeal. The only appeal I could do would not fit my situation. She suggested filing a grievance with the state bar association for the ethics violations and continuing to pursue commutation and parole. I am hoping that she can write a recommendation now that she is familiar with my case.

I kind of figured there wouldn't be a shot at an appeal so it wasn't a huge letdown. It certainly wasn't good news, though. I chase commutation and parole even harder now that the favored option is gone. I really want to go home and put this prison life behind me, and I will explore every legitimate route to see if I can get there faster.

2 comments:

COPE said...

We are so sorry to hear about the appeal situation. We will continue to pray with you and your family.

DFS

R Johnson said...

As always, DFS, thanks for your prayers. Your friendship is a remarkable gift to all of us!