Actual Innocence Exception Cases in Second Circuit

Browse 2 actual innocence exception cases decided by Second Circuit. AI-powered summaries, holdings, and legal analysis.

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Actual Innocence Exception Opinions from Second Circuit (2)

Barnes v. United States

Ineffective Assistance Claim Procedurally Barred on Appeal

Second Circuit · 2025-12-15 · Defendant Win · Impact: 25/100

Barnes v. United States, decided by Second Circuit on December 15, 2025, resulted in a defendant win outcome. The Second Circuit affirmed the district court's denial of a motion to vacate a conviction...

United States v. Coonan

Second Circuit Affirms Racketeering Conviction, Denies Ineffective Assistance Claim

Second Circuit · 2025-07-09 · Defendant Win · Impact: 30/100

United States v. Coonan, decided by Second Circuit on July 9, 2025, resulted in a defendant win outcome. The Second Circuit affirmed the district court's denial of a motion to vacate a conviction for ...

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Q: How many actual innocence exception cases has Second Circuit decided?

CaseLawBrief currently tracks 2 actual innocence exception cases from Second Circuit. This number is updated as new opinions are published.

Q: What types of outcomes occur in actual innocence exception cases at Second Circuit?

Outcome breakdown: Defendant Win: 2.

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