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Introduction

Overview of the Supplemental Motion, its purpose, and the issues presented for review.

Last Revised • July 1, 2026

The Introduction provides an overview of the Supplemental Motion and summarizes the newly discovered information upon which the motion is based. It introduces the Defendant's allegations regarding four public agencies, explains how those allegations relate to the Defendant's convictions, and outlines the constitutional basis for the relief requested.

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Purpose of the Supplemental Motion

Overview of the Defendant's request for post-conviction relief and the newly discovered information supporting the Supplemental Motion.

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Summary of Agency Misconduct

Overview of the allegations involving the Buncombe County Sheriff's Department, State Bureau of Investigation, Asheville Police Department, and Buncombe County District Attorney's Office.

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Newly Discovered Evidence

Discussion of audits, court filings, investigative reporting, and post-conviction developments supporting the Supplemental Motion.

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Constitutional Claims

Overview of the constitutional violations and legal authorities relied upon in the Supplemental Motion.

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