Appeal Process In Georgia

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An appeal in georgia must be filed within 30 days of sentencing. Grounds for appeal include ineffective counsel or procedural errors. Suppressed evidence is inadmissible due to rights violations. Consult a local attorney for personalized advice.

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A guy is pulled over in Coweta County Georgia on these charges impeding flow of traffic, safety belts; required usage, cocaine trafficking, marijuana possession, fleeing/attempting to elude police officer, speeding, ctrl subs abandonment, CCSO. It’s also stated that he was leaving what is labeled a well known drug area. He is let out on bond and 3 years later he is sentenced 26 years do *, his lawyer is battling cancer and asked to move the court date because he is sick and was denied, this is also his first offense and has no prior history and there is no evidence to support that he was intending on distributing or trafficking. Can a appeal be filed to help him
Hey ****! Based on the situation, it sounds like an appeal might be possible, especially considering the lawyer's illness and the lack of evidence for trafficking. Here are a few points to consider:
- Grounds for Appeal: Ineffective assistance of counsel, denial of a fair trial, or procedural errors.
- Deadline: Appeals must be filed within a specific time frame after sentencing.
- New Evidence: If new evidence is found that could change the verdict, it can be presented.
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What does it mean when evidence is suppressed in a case
When evidence is suppressed in a case, it means that the court has ruled that the evidence cannot be used during the trial. This usually happens because the evidence was obtained in violation of the defendant’s rights, such as through an illegal search or seizure.
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After sentencing how long do you usually have to file appeal or motion for new trial ?
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In Georgia, you generally have 30 days from the date of sentencing to file a notice of appeal or a motion for a new trial.
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What does it mean when you file an appeal
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Filing an appeal means asking a higher court to review the decision of a lower court. The appellant argues that legal errors affected the trial's outcome, seeking a reversal or modification of the decision.
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