Colorado Conviction Appeals

Appealing A Conviction In Colorado

Appealing a Colorado Springs criminal conviction is a long and detailed process.  I will attempt to give a brief outline of an appeal and the rules and time requirements you are under.

1.  Appeals must generally be filed within 49 days of your sentencing hearing.

2.  When you file a notice of appeal you must also designate the reason for appeal and the hearings and transcripts the courts must review.

3.  Once the records are provided to the courts you or your Colorado appellate attorney will file a opening brief to argue why you were wrongly convicted.

4.  The opposing side may then respond with an answer brief to argue against your position.

5.  You or your attorney may then file a reply brief in response to the answer brief.

6.  Oral arguments can be requested following the reply so that you or your lawyer can argue directly to the court.

7.  The court then issues an opinion ruling on the issues and deciding if you win or lose.

This is a very simplified list of the basic procedure of appeals.  Most appeals last at least 2 years with each step listed above being months apart.

The most important step for you is to remember that you must file that original notice of appeal within 49 days or all is lost.  If you have been convicted and are looking to appeal contact us and we can discuss the process and possibilities of overturning a wrongful conviction.

If you have been convicted of a crime in Colorado, you may be wondering how to overturn your conviction. Fortunately, there are several ways to challenge a criminal conviction in Colorado.

One way to challenge a criminal conviction is by filing a Motion to Dismiss with the court. You can file a Motion to Dismiss if you believe that the prosecutor did not have enough evidence to prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. You can also file a Motion to Dismiss if you believe that the prosecutor violated your constitutional rights.

Another way to challenge a criminal conviction is by filing a Petition for Post-Conviction Relief with the court. A Petition for Post-Conviction Relief allows you to present evidence that was not available at the time of your trial to show your innocence.

Finally, if you are currently incarcerated in a Colorado prison, you may be able to obtain parole. Under certain circumstances, receiving parole may allow you to clear your criminal record after completing your sentence. This is based on the concept of “time served.”

If you are not happy with the outcome of your criminal trial, you may be able to file an appeal. An appeal allows you to challenge the decision of the court by presenting new evidence or legal arguments.

To file an appeal, you must first file a Notice of Appeal with the court. The Notice of Appeal must include the name of the case and county where you were sentenced. You must file the Notice of Appeal within 30 days of your sentence becoming final.

After you file the Notice of Appeal, you must file a formal appeal with the court. The formal appeal must include a written argument stating why you believe the court made an incorrect decision. You must also include any evidence or legal arguments that support your argument.

The final step in the appeals process is to submit a brief to the appellate court. The brief must include a summary of your argument, the evidence that supports your argument, and any legal authority that supports your argument.

It is important to note that the appeals process can be complex and time-consuming. You should consult with an experienced attorney if you are considering filing an appeal.

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