Jason Newall
Partner
Criminal appeals
If you have been convicted or sentenced, it may not be the end of the road, a decision on sentencing or conviction does not always have to be final. You might be able to argue that your conviction is “unsafe”, or the sentence is too harsh.
Knowing your rights
If you have been convicted of a crime, it might be possible to appeal against your sentence or conviction. This could be done by finding new evidence, or by arguing that the decision was unfair or unreasonable. It could even be argued that the law itself was wrong or at least that it was badly applied to the facts of your case.
Making an “appeal” means returning to court, usually with a lawyer, to try and change the outcome of your trial.
If you pleaded guilty, you can still appeal for more lenient sentencing (punishment).
If you pleaded not guilty, you can appeal your sentencing and conviction. In the best case scenario, your conviction could be overturned, leading you back to a normal life and a bright future.
We can help you:
- Understand whether an appeal might work or not
- Submit new evidence that may help clear your name
- Argue the way the law was applied to your case was wrong
- Ask for your assets to be given back, or confiscation orders to be cancelled
- Escalate a case from Magistrates’ Court to the Crown Court and then to the Court of Appeal.
If a decision isn’t reached through these courts, it can go to the Criminal Cases Review Commission, the European Court of Human Rights, or all the way to the UK Supreme Court. As you can imagine, lots of work goes into creating a solid, believable appeal.
If we think a better outcome for your situation is at all possible, we’ll fight for your right to appeal.
Choosing your defence solicitor
Our legal experts know the appeals process inside and out. We can allocate a lawyer for you, or you can request one of your choice.
We’re here to help
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