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It means that you don`t agree with the verdict or sentence given to you.

You appeal the verdict/sentence and it goes back to the judge, who rules on it again. When you run out of appeals,the sentence is carried out.

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Can the government appeal a not guilty verdict in a criminal case?

No, the government cannot appeal a not guilty verdict in a criminal case.


Can the prosecution appeal a not guilty verdict in a criminal case?

No, the prosecution cannot appeal a not guilty verdict in a criminal case.


What does overturned mean for and appeal?

It means that, on appeal, the original verdict was declared null and void. The case is then sent back to the lower court to be re-tried, or the charges can be dropped.


If you aren't satisfied with a verdict what can you do?

Appeal to higher court.


Can prosecutors in criminal cases appeal a not guilty verdict at the end of the criminal trial?

If they have evidence that the jury was tampered with they can file an appeal for the overturn of the verdict HOWEVER - No, not usually in a normally conducted trial.


How does someone appeal?

Appeal WHAT? A court ruling? If so - you file a motion of appeal with the next higher level court, setting forth your LEGAL reason(s) for appealing your verdict. It must be more than the fact that you just "don't like" the verdict.


Is it possible to appeal a jury verdict in a criminal case?

Yes, it is possible to appeal a jury verdict in a criminal case. Appeals are typically based on errors in the legal process or the jury's decision. The appeals process allows for a higher court to review the case and potentially overturn the verdict.


What word means a decision at an end of a trial?

I assume you mean the verdict (as opposed to the sentence).


When may a lawer request an appeal?

After a judgment or verdict. In some cases, after an interlocutory order.


Who do you contact if a judge does not recuse?

If the judge fails to recuse themselves, you have little recourse except to appeal the verdict if you believe that the judge was biased in their conduct of the trial or the verdict.


What can you do if you don't agree with the decision of an appealed case?

You can appeal it again and again until it gets to the supreme court; their word is the final one.


What happens if you have been misrepresented and lost your case and are totally innocent?

Get a better lawyer and appeal the verdict.