The Law Office of Scott M. Davidson

07/29/2024

What are the possible outcomes of fighting a guilty verdict?

In what scenarios might I be victorious?

05/28/2024

Appeals differ significantly from trials, so switching representation has its pros and cons.

Why would I consider a change?

04/04/2024

This claim could be the basis for an appeal.

Navigating the complexities of criminal evidence.

02/14/2024

Which arguments are key to an effective criminal appeal?

Each aims to unlock a different audience.

12/22/2023

What Can Lead To An Appeal In New Mexico?

https://www.justappeals.net/blog/2023/11/could-a-judges-undisclosed-bias-lead-to-a-new-mexico-appeal/

12/07/2023

A federal appeals court recently ruled on whether accepting a pardon is the same as admitting guilt. Is it?

A pardon could be an option after a conviction.

12/06/2023

People are supposed to be free from unreasonable searches by police. If it was an illegal search, the evidence could be thrown out.

An appeal could right the wrong.

12/05/2023

Human memory isn’t always accurate, but many convictions depend on eyewitness testimony.

Could it be the basis for an appeal?

12/01/2023

Brady violations, which could change the outcome of a trial or sentencing, are more common than people think. Can I raise a claim for the violation?

https://www.justappeals.net/blog/2023/09/what-are-examples-of-brady-violations/

12/01/2023

Brady violations, which could change the outcome of a trial or sentencing, are more common than people think.

Can I raise a claim for the violation?

10/19/2023

Take the right steps if a prosecution fails to disclose information to the defense.

https://www.justappeals.net/blog/2023/09/what-are-examples-of-brady-violations/

08/24/2023

Ineffective counsel shouldn't cost your freedom.

Reconsidering a case.

06/14/2023

When police officers violate someone's rights during an arrest, it can affect the validity of a subsequent conviction.

What are grounds for an appeal?

04/14/2023

Many of the concepts on courtroom TV shows aren't based on facts.

What are some examples?

03/13/2023

Defendants may not get a fair trial when a witness benefits from their conviction.

Misconduct and errors are common.

12/15/2022

When is a bad lawyer a valid reason for appeal?

Freedom is often at stake.

10/17/2022

Can only part of a criminal case be the subject of an appeal? https://bit.ly/3CIoBSb

10/12/2022

Misrepresentation during the selection process can have huge implications.

Fight for a better future.

10/02/2022

Reasonable suspicion: How it can help your appeal case https://bit.ly/3M0Ip7z

09/24/2022

Could a juror's lies give you a reason to file an appeal? https://bit.ly/3fasO9j

09/19/2022

Was inadmissible evidence used against you? https://bit.ly/3QQDgA5

09/06/2022

A federal appeal is unlike a retrial https://bit.ly/3qg35yI

08/15/2022

When can you appeal a sentence for being too harsh? https://bit.ly/3QN1z20

08/09/2022

A criminal record may be public knowledge, but what does that really mean?

When applying for jobs or housing, what can reviewers actually learn about a convict's past?

08/08/2022

How can exculpatory evidence be used in your appeal https://bit.ly/3QfHFgw

07/22/2022

Who can see your criminal record after an expungement? https://bit.ly/3B5PdO0

07/19/2022

Appealing your securities fraud conviction https://bit.ly/3yQ1xzh

07/04/2022

Can you appeal a conviction if your attorney failed you? https://bit.ly/3yGvz9O

06/22/2022

Dissecting the criminal appeals process https://bit.ly/3zSaLNz