SecondView
Real cases, real relief routes
About
This app helps families and advocates assess legal options for reducing sentences for incarcerated individuals. It analyzes case details against legal tests and provides information on relief routes and relevant court decisions. Users can build a case for potential sentence reduction.
What's New in SecondView
1.2.1
October 14, 2026
SecondView now carries its name everywhere — on your home screen, in the app, and in your PDFs. Small polish throughout.
Subscriptions & In-App Purchases
$29.99
Case Pass
Unlock your scorecard, playbook & motion
Developer apps
FAQ
What is SecondView?
SecondView is a legal research and drafting tool designed to help users assess potential legal paths for sentence reduction for incarcerated individuals. It analyzes case specifics against legal eligibility rules and provides access to relevant court decisions and documentation tools.
Does SecondView provide legal advice?
No, SecondView is explicitly a legal research and drafting tool and does not provide legal advice. It is recommended that users have a licensed attorney review any draft motion before filing.
What are the 'relief routes' SecondView analyzes?
SecondView analyzes various relief routes including compassionate release, retroactive guideline reductions (Amendment 821), First Step Act § 404 and earned time credits, RDAP, elderly home detention, § 2255, and clemency. These are checked against their real eligibility rules.
How does SecondView use case details?
Users can input details such as time served, conduct, participation in programs, age, health, warden requests, and release plans. The app then uses this information to measure against actual legal tests and eligibility criteria.
What is the 'Case Pass' in SecondView?
The Case Pass is a one-time purchase within SecondView that provides a case scorecard, a step-by-step playbook detailing the law behind each step, and a first-draft motion built from federal motion structure and real decisions. It can be downloaded as a PDF or emailed.
Is SecondView available on Android devices?
Based on the provided data, SecondView is currently only supported on iPhone devices. There is no information indicating Android compatibility at this time.
How often is SecondView updated?
The app was last updated on October 14, 2026, with version 1.2.1. This suggests a recent update, and users can expect ongoing maintenance and potential updates to legal rules and features.
Does SecondView predict or guarantee outcomes?
No, SecondView explicitly states that it never predicts or guarantees any outcome for a case. Its purpose is to provide information and tools for assessment and drafting, not to offer certainty.
