Public Summary
A concise, public-facing explanation of the case, the conviction, the appeal process, and why supporters are asking for careful review.
The Citizens Brief
The Right to Live. The Right to Defend.
This public site gives supporters a clear overview of Nicolae “Nick” Miu’s appeal status, ways to help, donation information, and a safe place to submit tips or public information.
Public Overview
Where the case stands
Protected Investigation
Detailed evidence, frame analysis, witness files, jail calls, and legal work remain inside the private ARIS workspace.
Current Focus
Appeal record review, video evidence analysis, ineffective assistance issues, confabulation research, and public record organization.
Appeal Flow
Appeal status tracker
Trial completed
Appeal counsel retained
Record collection started
Investigation ongoing
Transcript and exhibit review
Appeal brief drafting
Court of Appeals review
Decision
Take Action
What citizens can do
Support the Appeal Fund
Help cover appeal-related costs, expert review, records, transcription, video analysis, and investigative organization.
Add donation link hereShare Respectfully
Share the public case overview, timeline, and appeal status. Keep the message factual, calm, and focused on review.
Contact & Outreach
Reach out to media, advocacy organizations, elected officials, legal clinics, and professionals who may be able to help.
Volunteer Skills
Legal research, transcript review, public records, video forensics, medical review, writing, design, and community outreach.
Download Advocacy Kit
Future section for a printable case summary, sample letter, social captions, timeline, and graphics.
Coming soonCurrent Research Needs
Public photos or videos from Apple River on July 30, 2022, public posts, media clips, timelines, and records.
Help the Investigation
Submit a tip, correction, or public information
Submissions are reviewed before being added to the private investigation queue. Please provide factual information only.
Private Workspace
ARIS Investigation System
The detailed investigation database is private. Public visitors see only the appeal overview, support options, and tip portal.
Video Laboratory
Cockfield frame analysis, Larrion distortion review, body cam comparison, and synchronization notes.
IAC Workspace
Attorney contact logs, expert failures, confabulation research, medical omissions, and preparation issues.
Evidence Database
People, documents, social media, jail calls, transcripts, exhibits, and timeline entries.