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Post-conviction appeals take place after the criminal trial process is completed. If the trial ends in a finding of guilt, the defendant may file a motion to a higher court. Appellate courts will hear post-conviction appeals based on alleged errors in the trial process and at times when new evidence becomes available. The process begins with a notice of appeal, followed by the filing of briefs by the defendant’s lawyer and the prosecution. Generally, a hearing is held and arguments are made to the court. Appellate courts sometimes overturn the case and remand it back to the lower court for a new trial.

 

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