Mississippi Criminal Defense Lawyer
Commentary, News, and Tips about Criminal Law in Mississippi
Maybe. If we appeal your case, fully brief it, argue it, and convince an appellate court that the trial judge should not have admitted certain evidence, or a confession or admission, then the prosecutor may make the decision that the case cannot be won without that evidence. They may then not want to retry the [...]
Read MoreIf you try your case, and lose it, you absolutely should appeal. If there were enough issues that forced you to try the case, then there are more than likely going to be issues to be raised on your behalf in an appeal. You may not have the same lawyer represent you on your appeal that you had [...]
Read MoreThe time to get an appellate lawyer involved in your case is IMMEDIATELY. I frequently get calls from people who have been convicted of a crime, only to find that jail doesn’t suit them. They want to appeal their case, but many times I have to tell them it is too late, at least for a direct appeal. The [...]
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