Can I appeal a guilty plea in a criminal case?

Yes, you can appeal a guilty plea in a criminal case in Texas. The appeals process starts after the sentence has been handed down by the judge. The motion to appeal must be filed with the court within thirty days of the entry of the verdict or plea. This motion must include the reasons why the defendant wants to appeal. The appellant, or the party appealing the conviction, must show that either the plea was not voluntary and there was a lack of full understanding of the consequences of entering the plea or that there was legal error in the proceedings that resulted in the conviction. In order for the appeal to be considered, the appellant must include a written order or a court transcript to prove the claims. The state or prosecuting attorney must also be notified that the defendant is appealing the conviction. Then, the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals will decide if the appeal will be accepted and hear the case. If the case is accepted, the court will determine if the convictions should be affirmed or reversed. Finally, if the convict is successful in the appeal, the sentence could be overturned and a new trial ordered. However, if the appeal is unsuccessful, the conviction and sentence will stand, and the appellant will not be allowed to appeal the conviction again.

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