Criminal Appeals Against Conviction and Severity Appeals Against Sentence
If you are found guilty you may still lodge an appeal within 28 days of receiving your sentence. Our team of Criminal Lawyers are experienced in identifying potential grounds for appeal, including severity of sentence and an error at law.
If you wish to appeal your sentence you should contact us immediately.
Call one of our experienced Criminal Law solicitors for free initial advice on your circumstances on (02) 9525 8688.
The Law
If the case was originally decided in the Local Court then it will be appealed to the District Court and this appeal must be made within 28 days of the original sentence unless leave is granted by the court. The purpose of this appeal is not to bring forth new evidence but rather to go over the transcript of the original case and for the Judge to decide whether he is satisfied beyond reasonable doubt of the guilt of the accused. If still unsuccessful on appeal then the conviction can be appealed to the Court of Criminal Appeal where there is an error at law.
Appeals from the local to the Supreme Court or the Criminal Court of Appeal are limited to those which are only on questions of law alone.
For further information call one of our experienced Criminal Law solicitors for some free initial telephone advice on (02) 9525 8688
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Key People
Kevin Dwyer
manages the Criminal Law Division of Warren McKeon Dickson Lawyers. Kevin regularly attends Sutherland and Sydney Local Courts as well as courts all along the South Coast on all criminal matters. Kevin has over 10 years experience working in criminal law and can assist you with your defence to any criminal charges or driving offences, licence appeals, bail applications in the Local District and Supreme Court as well as conducting Appeals on convictions and sentencing to the District Court or Court of Criminal Appeal ...read more
Lisa O'Leary
has experience in the conduct of both Local and District Court Criminal matters appearing and briefing counsel. Lisa can represent you in Sutherland and Wollongong Local Court on all criminal charges and driving offences. Lisa has hands on experience with Applications for Apprehended Violence Orders and has particular expertise in criminal charges with interrelated family law issues ...read more
Michael Terry-Whitall
Since joining the firm Michael has worked predominantly in the Criminal and Commercial law divisions where he has gained experience in both criminal and civil litigation. Michael is experienced in the drafting of extensive legal documents and briefing Counsel for complicated matters. ...read more