Handling Appeals and Post-Conviction Relief
If a judge or jury found you or a loved one guilty of a crime, or even if you plead guilty or no contest to a crime and you strongly believe there was a mistake, it is important to discuss an appeal or other post conviction relief with an attorney as soon as possible. A good appeal may be able reverse the conviction and dismiss the charges.
Our criminal defense law firm, based in the Greater Cincinnati area, is experienced in handling appeals and post-conviction relief matters throughout Ohio and Kentucky. As appeals attorneys, we carefully examine every aspect of the original case, from the gathering and submitting of evidence, to motions that were submitted (or were failed to be submitted) on your behalf to the application of the law by the judge throughout your case. If we find a mistake, we will express clearly and thoroughly our arguments in writing and will submit the appeal to the appropriate appellate court. In some cases, we may be able to take the issue right back to the trial court and show the error committed against you.
Post-Conviction Relief
Post-conviction relief is a set of laws that may lessen the impact of a criminal conviction, even if you have already served time in jail. Post- conviction relief may also overturn an improper outcome in your case such as an incorrect conviction, plea bargain or sentence. Several options are available depending on the case, including reducing or eliminating prison time, expunging the conviction and minimizing the restrictions of a criminal penalty. We will apply our years of experience and skills as criminal defense attorneys to obtain the best possible outcome in your situation.
We handle criminal conviction appeals and post-conviction relief for clients found guilty of the following:
- Assault and domestic violence
- Sex crimes (rape and child sex offenses)
- Drug crimes
- Theft
- And about all other crimes in Ohio and Kentucky
Contact a Criminal Conviction Appeals Lawyer
Sometimes a thorough review and reapplication of the law is all you need to have a conviction reversed. Contact our office today to schedule a free consultation about the possibility of a criminal conviction appeal or post-conviction action in your case.
