Do many defendants appeal their convictions?

It is possible that the case in which you testify will be appealed if the defendant is convicted. This is a right guaranteed to the defendant. An appeal is the process by which a convicted defendant requests review by a higher court of his or her conviction. They may appeal the conviction process itself, the sentence, or any post-conviction order by the district court in the case. The appeal process can take a long time and may be confusing. The Office of the Attorney General handles almost all of the criminal appeals in this state. You can receive information and other support services during the appeals from the Victim Assistance Unit at the Attorney Generals Office at (303) 866-4500.  more