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when to file for an appeal

My son was convicted by a jury trial with no evidence to csc-1 and I was wondering when do we file for an appeal? Do we do it at sentencing or before? And how long do we have to do this?


Asked on 12/31/01, 6:17 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
William Stern William Stern, P.C.

Re: when to file for an appeal

At sentencing the judge will explain the rights on appeal. You can file the appeal that same day. Chances are, he had at least a court appointed lawyer. Why didn't you ask him or her these questions?

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Answered on 1/01/02, 11:05 am
Nancy Moore Nancy L. Moore, Esq.

Re: when to file for an appeal

After a conviction, the defendant has an automatic right to appeal. If he desires a cout-appointed attorney, he must file his request within 42 days of sentencing. The judge will inform the defendant of his appellate rights. He must have had a lawyer in his case who can answer all these questions for you.

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Answered on 1/01/02, 3:42 pm


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