JOSH Duggar has given a rare update on his life behind bars in a desperate letter to an Arkansas judge for a new legal team to appeal his prison sentence. Josh, 37, is currently serving a 151-month sentence at FCI Seagoville in Dallas, Texas and will be released in October 2032.
After Josh’s appeals for a new trial were denied, he begged Arkansas federal court to provide him with a new legal team to help him file another motion by June 24, 2025.
The U.S. Sun has exclusively obtained a letter written by Josh to Judge Timothy L. Brooks, who handled his trial, begging him for help with the request.
The letter dated May 12, 2025 began, “I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to respectfully submit a Motion Requesting the Appointment of Counsel.
“I am currently incarcerated and proceeding pro se,” which means on his own behalf. “I seek the Court’s assistance in appointing counsel to help evaluate my case and, if appropriate, prepare a motion to vacate, set aside, or correct my conviction and sentence.”
Josh then gave rare insight to his life behind bars.
He wrote, “During my time of incarceration, I have worked diligently to focus on education, personal growth, my faith, and to maintain strong family ties.
“However, as I review my case, I believe there are significant issues relating to trial errors, evidentiary rulings, and other constitutional violations that merit a thorough post-conviction review.
“I am unable to fully assess these matters on my own, which is why I seek the assistance of qualified counsel to help evaluate whether relief is justified.”
Josh then requested the court grant the motion and appoint counsel “for the limited purpose of assisting me in evaluating and preparing a potential motion.”
He ended the letter with, “Thank you for your time, consideration, and continued service to justice.
“May God bless you and this Court.”
