What is the test for a motion to vacate a criminal sentence under section 2255 of the Criminal Code?
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The following excerpt is from Grimes v. U.S., 846 F.2d 1382 (9th Cir. 1988):
Grimes, a federal prisoner, appeals pro se the district court's order dismissing his motion to vacate a criminal sentence under 28 U.S.C. Sec. 2255. We have jurisdiction pursuant to 28 U.S.C. Sec. 2255. We review the denial of a section 2255 motion de novo. United States v. Grewal, 825 F.2d 220, 222 (9th Cir.1987). We reverse.
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