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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I appeal my case?
This is generally a case-specific question. Although the right of appeal is present prior to conviction, the right can be restricted and even eliminated in the course of a case being resolved by a guilty or no contest plea.
Generally, the purpose of an appeal is to challenge errors of law and/or fact arising during the court proceedings. Appeals require a very surgical, strategic and creative approach. If mistakes were made in the trial court, you need an experienced appellate attorney to put things right.
As with anything, timing is everything! The time window within which to appeal is extremely tight. The moment you are convicted is the same moment you should begin considering your appeal options.
See the Post-Conviction FAQs for more details on attacking a conviction.
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