Criminal Appeal Lawyers

Introduction

Graham Walker Solicitors represent individuals appealing against a decision made in relation to their cases on a daily basis. As a result, we have a wealth of experience dealing with appeals in the Scottish Criminal Appeal Courts. 

Appeals Against Conviction

Throughout a criminal trial, there are many things that could happen which could justify an appeal against your conviction, including the following:

• That there was an insufficiency of evidence to convict you
• That the judge or sheriff misiderected the jury on a matter of law 
• That you were denied your right to a fail trial
• That evidence was admitted that should not have been
• That there is new evidence which wasn’t available that the trial
• That there was an irregularity during the trial procedure 

It must be noted, however, that this list is not exhaustive. There are other grounds of appeal that are not included in this list and there may still be an arguable ground of appeal in your case. 

Appeals Against Sentence

Although there are many grounds for appealing against your conviction, there are only two grounds for appealing against your sentence. These are:

• That your sentence was excessive
• That your sentence was unlawful

Why Instruct Graham Walker Solicitors?

With both appeals against conviction and sentence, or against both, it is essential to instruct a solicitor. The appeal process is complicated, and there are many statutory time limits that apply. Graham Walker Solicitors have extensive experience dealing with appeals of all kinds and instructing us will maximise your chances of success.