If you have been convicted in federal court and believe a serious legal or constitutional error occurred, you may have heard about filing a motion under 28 U.S.C. § 2255. Commonly called a “2255 motion,” this is one of the most important tools available for challenging a federal conviction or sentence after the direct appeal has been exhausted.

But filing a 2255 motion isn’t as simple as just telling the court you disagree with your sentence. You have to follow the Rules Governing Section 2255 Proceedings, which were established by the U.S. Supreme Court to ensure that these post-conviction cases are handled fairly. Understanding what these rules are and why they matter can help you file a 2255 motion with confidence and clarity.

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