{"id":3222,"date":"2026-06-01T16:47:17","date_gmt":"2026-06-01T16:47:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/?page_id=3222"},"modified":"2026-06-01T20:05:30","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T20:05:30","slug":"criminal-appeals","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/es\/criminal-defense\/criminal-appeals\/","title":{"rendered":"Criminal Appeals"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"3222\" class=\"elementor elementor-3222\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4bff1943 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"4bff1943\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-background-overlay\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div 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If you are looking for a Shreveport criminal appeals attorney, contact the Law Offices of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/\">Michael J. Vergis<\/a>. His law firm represents clients who believe errors occurred during their trial. He is ready to fight for the justice you deserve.<\/p><p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What is a criminal appeal in Louisiana?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"A criminal appeal asks a higher court to review decisions made during a criminal trial. The court reviews the trial record to decide whether legal errors affected the conviction or sentence.\"\n    }\n  },{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"Can I present new evidence during a criminal appeal?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Usually, no. 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Attorney Vergis serves Shreveport, LA, Bossier City, and the surrounding areas. Call <a href=\"tel:3186983724\">(318) 698-3724<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/contact\/\">contact us online<\/a> today for a free consultation with a professional criminal defense lawyer.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-619c71d elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"619c71d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/contact\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">SCHEDULE A <b>FREE CONSULTATION<\/b> TODAY!<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fcbad7b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fcbad7b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>What is a Criminal Appeal in Louisiana?<\/h2><p>A criminal appeal is a formal request asking a higher court to review decisions made during your trial in a district court. Unlike the original trial, an appeal does not involve presenting new witnesses or new evidence to a jury. Instead, appellate courts examine the existing trial record to determine if the law was applied correctly and if your conviction should stand. Criminal appeals are a critical part of the legal system because they provide a safeguard against errors that can result in unjust convictions.<\/p><h3>Direct Appeals vs Post-Conviction Relief in Louisiana<\/h3><p>Direct appeals are filed after a conviction and challenge legal errors that appear in the trial record. Post-conviction relief is a separate process that addresses additional or external factors outside of the trial record. This can include newly discovered evidence, constitutional violations, or ineffective assistance of counsel. Louisiana law imposes a stricter deadline for appeals than for post-conviction relief.<\/p><p>Some clients pursue both options at different stages. An experienced appellate attorney will help you understand which path applies to your situation. After exhausting appellate and post-conversion options, our team can still offer support. A<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/criminal-defense\/expungements\/\"> Shreveport-Bossier City expungement lawyer<\/a> may be able to help clear your record.<\/p><h2>Common Grounds for Filing a Criminal Appeal<\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6e7e2f5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"6e7e2f5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/shreveport-criminal-appeals-lawyer.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-3227\" alt=\"shreveport criminal appeals lawyer\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/shreveport-criminal-appeals-lawyer.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/shreveport-criminal-appeals-lawyer-800x400.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/shreveport-criminal-appeals-lawyer-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/shreveport-criminal-appeals-lawyer-18x9.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-79adc14 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"79adc14\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Several issues can support a valid criminal appeal in Louisiana. Errors in applying the law, improper admission or exclusion of evidence, and prosecutorial misconduct are among the most common grounds raised in LA appeals cases. A<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/civil-rights\/illegal-search-seizure\/\"> Shreveport, Louisiana, illegal search and seizure attorney<\/a> can identify Fourth Amendment violations that provide a strong basis for appeal. Ineffective assistance of counsel is another significant issue, particularly when trial representation falls below accepted legal standards. Faulty jury instructions and other procedural errors can also support a valid appeal.<\/p><h2>The Criminal Appeals Process in Louisiana Courts<\/h2><p>The criminal appeals process begins with filing a notice of appeal in the district court. Your Shreveport-Bossier appellate lawyer then compiles the complete trial record and all transcripts to support your legal arguments. Next, they submit appellate briefs laying out the specific errors that affected your conviction or sentence.<\/p><p>In some cases, your representation can schedule oral arguments before the appellate court. This allows them to address the judges directly. The appeals process may take several months or longer. Having an experienced Shreveport-<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/criminal-defense\/\">Bossier criminal defense lawyer<\/a> managing every step significantly improves your chances of a favorable outcome.<\/p><h3>Louisiana Appellate Courts and Where Your Case Is Heard<\/h3><p>Louisiana has five circuit courts of appeal that handle criminal appeals from different regions across the state. Cases originating in northwest Louisiana, including those from Shreveport and Bossier City, go through the Second Circuit Court of Appeal in state court. If you lose the appeal at this level, you can seek further appeals through the Louisiana Supreme Court.<\/p><p>In certain situations, LA appeals may also proceed to the United States court system, particularly when federal constitutional rights are at stake. A<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/louisiana-federal-defense-lawyer\/\"> Louisiana federal defense lawyer<\/a> can guide clients through federal court proceedings.<\/p><h2>What Happens if Your Appeal is Successful?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d4d81bd elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"d4d81bd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/criminal-appeals-attorney-shreveport.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-3224\" alt=\"criminal appeals attorney shreveport\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/criminal-appeals-attorney-shreveport.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/criminal-appeals-attorney-shreveport-800x400.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/criminal-appeals-attorney-shreveport-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/criminal-appeals-attorney-shreveport-18x9.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-591cfb6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"591cfb6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>A successful appeal can lead to several outcomes depending on the nature of the error identified by the appellate courts. The court may reverse the conviction entirely. In other situations, the appellate court remands the case back to the district court for further proceedings to correct the errors in question. This may result in a new trial or a resentencing hearing. If the prosecution has insufficient evidence to secure a conviction, the court may dismiss charges. Your Shreveport appellate attorney will guide you through the next steps after a favorable decision.<\/p><h2>What Happens if an Appeal is Denied?<\/h2><p>When the court denies an appeal, it does not necessarily mean you have exhausted all legal options. You may be able to file with a higher court, including the Louisiana Supreme Court or the United States Court. Post-conviction relief is another avenue worth exploring, particularly if new evidence or civil rights violations come to light after the initial appeal. Maintaining a consistent legal strategy with an experienced lawyer throughout this process is essential to protecting your best interests.<\/p><h2>Deadlines for Filing a Criminal Appeal in Louisiana<\/h2><p>Louisiana law imposes strict deadlines for filing a notice of appeal after a conviction or sentencing in criminal court. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.la.gov\/legis\/Law.aspx?p=y&amp;d=112920\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Louisiana CCRP Ch. 2 Art. 914<\/a>, you have 30 days to appeal a state court sentencing. You must file within 14 days to appeal a sentencing from a federal court. Missing the filing deadline can result in permanently losing your right to appeal, leaving a wrongful conviction or excessive sentence in place with no further recourse.<\/p><p>Beyond the initial notice of appeal, there are additional deadlines for submitting the trial record, filing appellate briefs, and responding to the opposing party throughout the process. 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Vergis begins by carefully evaluating the trial record to identify errors that could support a successful appeal. He handles all procedural filings, drafts appellate briefs, and presents well-researched arguments before appellate courts on your behalf.\u00a0<\/p><p>Attorney Vergis has represented clients across a wide range of serious crimes, including misdemeanor and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/criminal-defense\/felony-charges-attorney\/\">felony charges in Shreveport-Bossier<\/a>. That experience means he is prepared for anything and will guide you through each stage of the appeals process.\u00a0<\/p><h3>Why Choose Michael J. Vergis As Your Louisiana Appellate Lawyer?<\/h3><p>Michael J. Vergis is a proud member of the Louisiana State Bar Association, with recognition by well-known organizations such as Martindale-Hubbell. He has represented thousands of clients across Louisiana facing serious criminal charges in state and federal courts. No matter the circumstances of your case, he brings extensive experience and legal knowledge.\u00a0<\/p><p>His familiarity with local courts in Shreveport and Bossier City gives clients a meaningful advantage when navigating the appeals process. As a felony and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/criminal-defense\/bossier-city-misdemeanor-attorney\/\">misdemeanor criminal defense lawyer in Bossier<\/a> and Shreveport, he is committed to protecting your rights and future.<\/p><h2>Speak With an Experienced Bossier City &amp; Shreveport Criminal Appeals Attorney Today<\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ab855f1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"ab855f1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/5.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-3223\" alt=\"Bossier City and Shreveport Criminal Defense Lawyer\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/5.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/5-800x400.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/5-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/5-18x9.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1aeb65d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1aeb65d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>When you believe you or your loved one has suffered an unfair conviction due to a court error, don\u2019t wait to act. 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