Next Steps For Appeal

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A defendant in Texas can request court records at any time. Its important to respond to an Anders brief and promptly file a motion to object to the attorneys withdrawal. Consulting a new attorney is advisable.

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We are from Texas. He is going through the criminal appeal process and his court appointed attorney filed an anders brief. What should he do next? He knows he has a right to his court records. Should he file a motion for his records prior to filing an objection for the motion to withdraw that his attorney filed, or does it matter?
In Texas:
*. A defendant can request a copy of his court records anytime.
*. It's crucial to respond to the Anders brief. He can argue for points the attorney missed.
*. Filing a motion to object the attorney's withdrawal should be done promptly.
Consult a new attorney for detailed advice.
Thank you
You're welcome, Heather. If Timothy needs a new attorney, he could consider contacting the State Bar of Texas Lawyer Referral Service. It's important to continue pursuing his legal rights. Best of luck!