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If you believe a court outcome was incorrect, you may be able to appeal your conviction or sentence. Criminal appeals in Victoria are time-sensitive and must be based on specific legal grounds, not simply disagreement with the outcome.
At Anaki Lawyers, you speak directly with a criminal defence lawyer from your first call. You receive clear advice on whether you have grounds to appeal and what your prospects of success are.
We act in appeals across the Magistrates’ Court, County Court and Supreme Court of Victoria.
Anaki Lawyers assists clients with a range of appeal matters, including:
Each appeal depends on strict legal criteria and must identify an error in law, fact, or the exercise of sentencing discretion.
Appeals are not a rehearing of the case. The appellate court reviews whether the original decision involved a legal, procedural or sentencing error.
Get clear advice, strong defence, and tailored guidance from a senior lawyer to protect your rights and future.
Anaki Lawyers carefully examines:
We assess whether there are valid and arguable grounds before proceeding with an appeal.
If grounds exist, Anaki Lawyers prepares:
We focus on presenting precise, legally sound arguments to the appellate court.

Strict time limits apply to criminal appeals. In most cases, an appeal must be lodged within 28 days of the sentence.
If this deadline has passed, it may still be possible to apply for an extension of time depending on the circumstances.
You deal directly with Anaki Lawyers from the first consultation. There are no intermediaries or delays in communication.
We respond to all calls, emails and texts within three hours. If we are in court, you will still receive confirmation that your message has been received.
For urgent appeal matters, we provide direct legal advice through our hotline.

Get clear advice, strong defence, and tailored guidance from a senior lawyer to protect your rights and future.
Appeals require careful legal analysis and strong written advocacy.
You speak directly with the lawyer handling your appeal from the start.
Every enquiry is acknowledged quickly, including urgent deadlines.
We practise exclusively in criminal law across Victorian courts.
We carefully review transcripts, evidence and sentencing reasons.
You receive clear guidance on appeal prospects and risks.
We are trusted across Victoria for practical and clear advice on criminal appeals.
Yes. If there was a legal, factual or procedural error, you may be able to appeal the conviction.
Yes. If the sentence is too harsh or not legally appropriate, you may appeal to a higher court.
Generally, you must file an appeal within 28 days of being sentenced, although extensions may be granted in some cases.
Yes. Appeals involve complex legal arguments and strict procedural requirements.
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