A person convicted of a crime has only one opportunity to appeal. Trials commonly involve disputes about many issues. Successful appeals, in contrast, almost always turn on a few, critical issues. It is essential, therefore, that appellate counsel have the experience and judgment to identify the best possible issues to raise on appeal.
The time within which to file an appeal can be quite short. In addition, the preservation of issues for appeal can sometimes require that other steps be taken, such as filing a post-trial motion in district or superior court. If you are considering an appeal, you need to understand as quickly as possible what steps must be taken to preserve all issues and to timely file your appeal.
What should I do if I need to appeal a criminal conviction or sentence?
If you are looking to appeal a criminal conviction or sentence, you should speak to a knowledgeable criminal appellate lawyer as soon as possible. Tim Anderson has handled numerous criminal appeals in federal and state court. He knows how to evaluate and refine the issues raised by trial counsel. Just as important, by taking a fresh look at the case, he can also discover significant issues that trial counsel may have missed. He knows how to identify the issues that are most likely to prevail on appeal, and how best to present those issues to the appellate courts. Tim Anderson ensures that his clients’ rights on appeal are fully protected.
The federal mail and wire fraud statutes cover most any type of fraud that in some way uses the “mail” or “wire.” “Mail” includes not only the United States Postal Service but also any mailings sent through a private commercial carrier. “Wire” includes the use of a telephone, television, radio, internet, computer or other communication device. To prove mail or wire fraud, a prosecutor must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that a defendant somehow used the mail or other communication device to perpetrate a scheme with the intent to commit fraud. Frequently, mail and wire fraud charges are used in conjunction with more specific type of fraud charges, such as bank fraud or insider trading.
