End the Anders Brief

A Bill to Amend Criminal Appellate Procedure

To amend the current Anders brief procedure, to allow individuals convicted of federal crimes the right to fair and adequate representation on appeal.

 

Learn More About the Anders Brief

Academic Studies

The Anders brief procedure has been widely criticized by leading scholars. Read some of the top literature in the field to learn about why this procedure is used, how it harms those convicted of crimes, and why we must change the system.

Proposed Law

Read the proposed national legislation to abolish the Anders brief and encourage all state legislatures to take similar steps for state-level equivalent procedures.

Sign the Petition

Sign the petition opposing the Anders/Wende brief and supporting the law set to abolish it.

End the Anders Brief