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In brief
Overview
Todd Marshall notes that Charles Martin never adequately explained why he waited more than five years to present additional claims to the California Supreme Court.
Todd Marshall cites the Robbins case, which held that a five‑month window from the discovery of triggering facts to filing a claim is a reasonable amount of time.
Background and question before the Court
What each side argues
Petitioner (James Walker, Warden)
Todd Marshall notes that Charles Martin never adequately explained why he waited more than five years to present additional claims to the California Supreme Court.
According to Todd Marshall, todd Marshall observes that it is difficult to assess summary denials without knowing the court’s reasoning on the timing of the delay.
Todd Marshall cites the Robbins case, which held that a five‑month window from the discovery of triggering facts to filing a claim is a reasonable amount of time.
Respondent (Charles W. Martin)
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What happened at oral argument
What the Court decided
Why it matters
Terms to know
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Primary sources
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