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Criminal Appeals: Sentencing Challenges & Strategies

Our Recent Appeals Posts

Can I Appeal A Harsh Sentence?

May 12, 2025
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Paul Wallin
Burglary attorney
Can I Appeal A Harsh Sentence? When facing what seems like an excessively harsh sentence, you have legal options. The appellate process provides a safeguard against unfair outcomes in our criminal justice system. Understanding these appeal rights could mean the difference between years of unnecessary incarceration and a fair sentence that properly reflects both the […]

IF YOU WANT TO WIN YOUR CASE YOUR LAWYER NEEDS TO KNOW HOW TO GET THE BEST EVIDENCE BEFORE THE JURY OR JUDGE

November 21, 2024
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Paul Wallin
witness criminal history
IF YOU WANT TO WIN YOUR CASE YOUR LAWYER NEEDS TO KNOW HOW TO GET THE BEST EVIDENCE BEFORE THE JURY OR JUDGE Improper Impeachment  Improper impeachment occurs when a party attempts to discredit a witness without following legal standards and procedures. This could involve asking questions that are irrelevant to the witness's testimony or […]

It May Not Be Too Late To Challenge Your Prior Criminal Conviction and Sentence

November 4, 2024
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Paul Wallin
Concurrent Sentence vs Consecutive Sentence
It May Not Be Too Late To Challenge Your Prior Criminal Conviction and Sentence If you or a loved one was found guilty by a jury or plead guilty to a serious felony, it may not be too late to challenge that conviction and prison sentence. If you are seeking legal guidance as to whether […]

You Need An Experienced Criminal Defense Lawyer Fighting For You When The Prosecutor Refuses To Comply With Your Legal Right To Obtain Critical Evidence In Your Favor

October 1, 2024
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Paul Wallin
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You Need An Experienced Criminal Defense Lawyer Fighting For You When The Prosecutor Refuses To Comply With Your Legal Right To Obtain Critical Evidence In Your Favor Picture this scenario—you're standing in court, facing serious accusations, and you discover that crucial evidence has been withheld by the prosecution. This could mean that the game might […]

You Could Have Your Conviction Reversed If Your Lawyer Did Not Represent You Adequately

September 20, 2024
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Paul Wallin
Empty courtroom with wooden benches, judge's bench, and American flag in judicial chamber
You Could Have Your Conviction Reversed If Your Lawyer Did Not Represent You Adequately Facing a criminal conviction can be a life-altering experience. The stakes are incredibly high, and every detail in the courtroom matters. But what happens if your lawyer wasn't adequately prepared for your case? Imagine the implications. This blog post dives deep […]

How We Try To Get Your Conviction Reversed If You Can Show A Key Witness Lied At Your Trial And You Were Found Guilty

September 16, 2024
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Paul Wallin
Supreme Court Ruling
How We Try To Get Your Conviction Reversed If You Can Show A Key Witness Lied At Your Trial And You Were Found Guilty Imagine realizing that your future hangs in the balance because a key witness in your trial lied. For accused individuals, this can seem like a nightmare without an end. However, there […]

Criminal Appeals in Irvine, CA: When and How to Challenge Convictions 

January 30, 2024
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Paul Wallin
Burglary attorney
Criminal Appeals in Irvine, CA: When and How to Challenge Convictions  Have you ever been convicted of a crime in California and wondered if there was any way to challenge or overturn your conviction? You may be surprised to learn that there is a process called criminal appeal specifically for this purpose. Choosing Wallin & […]

The Ins and Outs of Criminal Appeals: When and How to Challenge Convictions

January 16, 2024
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Paul Wallin
Burglary attorney
The Ins and Outs of Criminal Appeals: When and How to Challenge Convictions Appealing a criminal conviction is a legal process in which a defendant who has been found guilty of a crime in a court of law asks a higher ("appellate") court to review specific aspects of their case. The purpose of an appeal […]

Understanding the California Criminal Justice Process: From Arrest to Trial

January 12, 2024
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Paul Wallin
Burglary attorney
Understanding the California Criminal Justice Process: From Arrest to Trial If you or someone you know is facing criminal charges in California, it's important to understand the criminal justice process from start to finish. The legal system can be complex and overwhelming, but having a general understanding of how things work can help ease some […]

Can You Appeal A Conviction Years Later?

November 16, 2023
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Paul Wallin
Courtroom where evidence is used to convict people | People v. Phillips
How Long Do You Have to Appeal a Conviction? If you or someone you know has been convicted of a crime in the state of California, you only have a limited amount of time to file an appeal. In most cases, you have 60 days from your conviction to file an appeal. However, there are […]

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