If you were previously convicted of a crime in the state of Alabama - whether by a federal or a state government - you have a right to appeal the conviction or the sentence or both.

Eversole Law Offices aggressively represents people who have been falsely charged and convicted of a crime or drunk driving offense in the state of Alabama. The Alabama Criminal Defense Attorneys of Eversole Law handle all post conviction appeals, including appeals of prior sentences for people who believe they were sentenced too harshly. Eversole Law believes in everyone's right to appeal a conviction. Trial court errors occur frequently and fundamental Constitutional Rights are often trampled.

State Appeals

Under Alabama law, you have a right to appeal any prior conviction or sentence. In order to preserve your rights, you must file a notification with the Court of Appeals stating that you desire to appeal your case. Time limitations apply to all state appeals, just as they do to federal appeals. The Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals hears all appeals of felony and misdemeanor cases, including violations of city ordinances and all post-conviction writs in criminal cases. If the Alabama Criminal Appeals Court denies your appeal you still have the right to petition the Supreme Court of Alabama. If your case involves a question of federally protected rights you can even petition the United States Supreme Court for review of the State decision.

Federal Appeals

You have a right to appeal a federal conviction or sentence to the U.S. Court of Appeals. The United State Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Judicial Circuit has jurisdiction over federal cases originating in the states of Alabama, Florida and Georgia. The circuit includes nine district courts with each state divided into Northern, Middle and Southern Districts. If you were previously convicted of a federal crime in the Northern District of Alabama, the Middle District of Alabama, or in the Southern District of Alabama, and believe your conviction or sentence wrong or unjust, please contact Eversole Law Offices to discuss your appeal. Remember - the federal government imposes strict time limits on appeals. And even if your appeal is denied by the Eleventh Circuit Federal Court of Appeals, you have the opportunity to petition the United States Supreme Court for review of their decision.

Free Initial Consultation

Steven D. Eversole and the attorneys and lawyers at Eversole law provide imaginative and aggressive criminal appeals representation. If you have been convicted of a crime in Alabama State or Federal Courts you should contact an experienced Alabama criminal appeals lawyer or attorney. Call our office for a free initial evaluation of your case.