Narrative Opinion Summary
In the case of In re Cook, Jerry, the plaintiff is seeking supervisory and/or remedial writ from the Parish of Orleans, Criminal District Court, Div. F, No. 283-871. The relator claims that the district court has not acted in a timely manner regarding his application for post-conviction relief submitted around April 23, 1991. If the relator's assertion is accurate, the district court is mandated to review and take action on the application. Justice Marcus is noted as not being on the panel for this decision.
Legal Issues Addressed
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Application: The case underscores the obligation of the district court to review and act on the submitted application for post-conviction relief if the relator's claims of delay are substantiated.
Reasoning: If the relator's assertion is accurate, the district court is mandated to review and take action on the application.
Timeliness of Court Action on Post-Conviction Relief Applicationssubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The legal requirement for the district court to act promptly on applications for post-conviction relief is emphasized, with the implication that failure to do so may necessitate supervisory or remedial intervention.
Reasoning: The relator claims that the district court has not acted in a timely manner regarding his application for post-conviction relief submitted around April 23, 1991.