The Appellate Process in Federal Criminal Cases: Fighting for Justice
Understanding Federal Appeals When a conviction occurs in a federal trial court, the next step for many defendants is to appeal the decision. Appeals are typically based on legal errors that may have occurred during the trial. Errors can be things like improper admission of evidence or incorrect jury instructions. Title 18 of the United States Code covers federal criminal procedures. If it’s violated, it’s grounds for appeal. The Role of the Appellate Court Unlike […]