Sillivan v. Hobbs

Summary

The court denied Sillivan's motion for permission to pursue a belated appeal from an order partially granting and partially denying his habeas petition. Although he asserted functional illiteracy and reliance on a transferred inmate for assistance, he did not establish good cause for failing to file a notice of appeal within thirty days. The court held that incarceration, lack of education, and pro se status do not excuse compliance with appellate deadlines.