Post-Conviction Relief (PCR) in Missouri

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What Is Post-Conviction Relief?

Post-Conviction Relief (PCR) is a legal process that allows individuals who have been convicted of a crime to challenge their conviction or sentence after direct appeals have been exhausted. In Missouri, this relief is typically sought under Rule 24.035 (for guilty pleas) or Rule 29.15 (for trial convictions).

At Ernst Law LLC, we understand that mistakes—by attorneys, courts, or the justice system—can have life-altering consequences. PCR may be your last, best chance to protect your rights, your record, and your future.

Common Grounds for PCR

You may be eligible for post-conviction relief if any of the following occurred during your case:

  • Ineffective assistance of counsel
    (Your attorney failed to investigate, file motions, call witnesses, or advise you properly.)

  • Prosecutorial misconduct
    (Withholding evidence, improper arguments, or other unfair tactics.)

  • Unlawful sentence
    (Sentencing errors, misapplications of law, or constitutional violations.)

Each PCR case is fact-specific and subject to strict deadlines, so timing and experience matter.

Why Choose Ernst Law LLC?

  • Missouri Criminal Law Focus — We don’t dabble in PCRs. We’re built for them.

  • Detailed Case Reviews — We analyze your transcript, filings, and strategy down to the last footnote.

  • Trial Experience — We’ve argued complex criminal issues across Missouri.

  • Deadline-Driven Representation — PCR filings have short windows. We move fast, file on time, and do it right the first time.

Missouri PCR Timelines

Miss a deadline, and the court can dismiss your claim—no matter how strong it is. That’s why you need a defense team that understands not just what to file, but when and why.

What Happens After Filing?

Once a timely PCR motion is filed, the court may:

  • Appoint counsel (if requested and qualified),

  • Order the state to respond,

  • Schedule an evidentiary hearing, or

  • Deny the motion if it's legally insufficient.

If granted, PCR can result in a new trial, resentencing, or even vacating the conviction.

Contact Ernst Law LLC for Post-Conviction Relief

Don’t wait until it’s too late. If you or a loved one may qualify for PCR, contact us immediately. We’ll evaluate your case, explain your options, and pursue every legal remedy available.

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