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Application leave file 2026

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The document is a form from the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, specifically Form 12, which is used to apply for leave to file a second or successive petition under 28 U.S.C. § 2254 or motion under 28 U.S.C. § 2255. It includes instructions for completion, questions regarding the applicant's convictions, previous habeas corpus proceedings, and grounds for relief. The form requires detailed information about past legal actions and evidence supporting the current application.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the application leave file in the editor.
Begin by entering the 9th Cir. Case Number provided by the court at the top of the form.
Fill in your name and prisoner registration number in the designated fields.
Provide your address, ensuring all details are accurate for correspondence.
Enter the name of the respondent (Warden) as required.
Answer questions regarding your conviction(s), including details about where you were convicted and dates of each conviction.
For questions 4 through 10, provide information on previous § 2254 or § 2255 proceedings, using additional pages if necessary.
Complete all sections thoroughly, ensuring clarity and accuracy in your responses to support your application.
Sign and date the form before submitting it to ensure it is valid.

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