Courts-Martial Appeals Attorneys

Military Criminal Defense Lawyers

After a verdict has been reached in a Courts-Martial, a service member has the legal right to appeal his or her conviction. However, the Courts-Martial appeal process is very different from and may be more restrictive than filing an appeal in civilian court. This is one of many reasons to consider working with an attorney. You will have only one opportunity at filing an appeal and seeking the second chance you need.

The main difference between a military appeal and a civilian appeal is that a Courts-Martial case cannot be retried. The case can, however, be reviewed and re-evaluated for errors involving sentencing, trial procedure and more. Upon reviewing the case, the military judge can refer it to a criminal appeals court or the U.S. Supreme Court for further review. This option may only be available in specific circumstances – when the service member’s sentence includes the death penalty, loss of officer status or confinement.

The consequences of a Courts-Martial conviction may be extremely severe. Additionally, filing an appeal can be complex and time-consuming, and the outcome of this matter may affect your military career, your reputation and your life for many years to come. It is important that you entrust your courts-martial appeal to a competent military lawyer who can appropriately address the matter. By filing your appeal through the proper channels and by providing you with the legal protection you need during this process, your lawyer may be able to have your sentence reduced or your case passed on to a criminal appeals court or the Supreme Court for further review.

It is possible that a mistake was made during your Courts-Martial, and this can have a significant impact on your wellbeing. Be sure that you have the right courts-martial appeals lawyer at your side to assert your rights. Contact Guy L. Womack & Associates today.