Post Conviction 101: The Basics

Post-conviction in Maryland: What it is and what it isn’t.

The Guilty Plea Problem

Someone who pleads guilty must satisfy a different standard than someone who went to trial. 

The Juvenile Restoration Act

A second look for individuals who were convicted of crimes committed when they were children.

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Erica J. Suter is the Director of the Innocence Project Clinic at the University of Baltimore School of Law. Learn more about her perspective on cases, convictions, and post-sentencing criminal practice.

AREAS OF EXPERIENCE

Erica’s experience focuses on post-sentencing criminal practice, including:

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POST-CONVICTION PETITIONS

MOTIONS TO RE-OPEN

PETITIONS FOR WRIT OF ACTUAL INNOCENCE

MOTIONS TO CORRECT ILLEGAL SENTENCE

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ABOUT ERICA J. SUTER

Since 2008, Erica J. Suter has been handling post-convictions and appeals throughout the state of Maryland and the District of Columbia. In 2021, she became Director of the Innocence Project Clinic at the University of Baltimore School of Law.

ERICA J. SUTER

Erica J. Suter is the Director of the Innocence Project Clinic at the University of Baltimore School of Law.

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  • CLIENTS WITH LIFE SENTENCES MODIFIED OR VACATED: 10
  • YEARS OF PRISON SENTENCES REDUCED OR VACATED: 224
  • YEARS IN PRACTICE: 18