If you have been convicted of a crime and want to file a criminal appeal, you have a limited time frame. Federal criminal appeals must be filed within 14 days of the judgment and state criminal appeals must be filed within 10 days after the judgment is finalized. An experienced attorney will help ensure you meet these and other important deadlines.
After a conviction, everything is at stake. When mounting a criminal appeal, you need an attorney on your side who understands appellate procedures and the court system. An inexperienced attorney may overlook important deadlines and other appellate procedures.
With more than 25 years as an attorney, Mark A. Hammer has a deep understanding of the appellate procedure and the complex issues that arise in a criminal appeal. As a former prosecutor, attorney Hammer has been on both sides of the criminal justice system, which offers his clients a distinct advantage in criminal appeals.
Knowledgeable Criminal Appeals Representation
If you have been convicted of a crime and you believe that an error has been made during your trial, you have a right to file an appeal. If your appeal is successful, your conviction will be overturned. If it is unsuccessful, your conviction will stand.
At The Hammer Law Firm, we handle cases in the Missouri Courts of Appeal and federal appeals in the 8th Circuit and throughout the United States. We have extensive experience representing people throughout Missouri, who have been convicted of any type of misdemeanor or felony, including:
- Homicide and murder
- Weapons charges
- Sex crimes
- Burglary
- Drug charges
- DWI
- Violent crimes
- White collar crimes
- Fraud
- Theft and bad checks
Whether you have been sentenced with capital punishment, excessive jail time or a large fine, we have the experience and dedication to handle your appeal. Some of the claims that we can make on your behalf include:
- Evidence was improperly allowed or not allowed
- The state did not have enough evidence to prove the crime
- Ineffective trial counsel
- Excessive sentencing
- Habeas corpus
Our Boone County Criminal Appeals Attorney Represents Clients Throughout Missouri. Contact Us.
When everything is on the line, you need an experienced lawyer on your side. To schedule a free consultation, call 314-266-7821 or contact us online. We represent clients in St. Louis and throughout Missouri.
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