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Learn How to Appeal a Criminal Case & Win Your Appeal

In the event that someone has been wrongfully convicted, United States citizens are able to file an appeal in their criminal case. CMLAW discusses how to appeal a criminal case and win in this article.

While the United States criminal justice system is one of the most respected institutions in the world, there are times when the court makes a critical error and wrongfully convicts an individual. The devastating psychological, emotional, and financial impact of a wrongful conviction is a difficult hurdle to overcome; however, there are options available if the right criminal defense attorney can be retained. 

Despite a tendency for the United States court system to uphold judgements made by lower courts, it is possible for an appellate court to hear an appeal if a person can demonstrate that there were materials or substantial errors made at trial. By securing the right criminal defense attorney, it’s possible to create a strong criminal appeal that will win in court. 

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Table of Contents

What an appeal is
  • Reasons to file an appeal in a criminal case 
  • How long it takes to file an appeal 
  • How to win an appeal in court 
  • How many times you can appeal a conviction 
  • What happens after an appeal is granted 
How to appeal a criminal conviction step by step, including: 
  • Retaining a criminal defense attorney 
  • Filing notice of the appeal 
  • Obtaining records of the appeal
  • Preparing and filing the brief 
  • Argumentation