Alford pleas are permissible in all U.S. federal and state courts except Indiana, Michigan, and New Jersey. They are not permitted in United States military courts.

Alford. An Alford plea, also known as a "best-interests plea," registers a formal admission of guilt towards charges in criminal court while the defendant simultaneously expresses their …

Jan 30, 2025 · An accused’s protestations of innocence do not legally weaken or undermine the underlying plea of guilty. In most jurisdictions, a conviction via an Alford plea does not give a …

Feb 10, 2025 · The Alford plea is often used to avoid the risks of a trial, such as harsher sentencing if found guilty. Courts accept it if there is a factual basis for the charge, meaning …

1 day ago · Alford, 57, still has two years remaining on an extension he signed in April as Michigan’s running backs coach and run-game coordinator. Per terms of the deal, Alford is set …

Jul 20, 2025 · An Alford plea is a guilty plea in which the defendant maintains their innocence but acknowledges that the prosecution has enough evidence to likely secure a conviction if the …

Alford. An Alford plea, also known as a "best-interests plea," registers a formal admission of guilt towards charges in criminal court while the defendant simultaneously expresses their …

4 days ago · Running backs coach Tony Alford, who came on staff in 2024, will be retained by Michigan football going into 2026.

4 days ago · On Monday, multiple outlets reported one current Michigan coach who will be staying on staff, and that coach already happens to have a personal connection with Whittingham. …

4 days ago · Kyle Whittingham makes his first staff decision at Michigan, keeping running backs coach Tony Alford as the Wolverines begin shaping the new era.