6 Things to Know about Plea Deals (Pt. 3)

April 24, 2014

Concluding our three-part blog 6 Things to Know about Plea Deals, below are some final facts about plea bargains and criminal cases. If you are thinking about accepting a plea deal or need help with any part of your criminal defense, don’t hesitate to contact Christopher Griffin.

If you are thinking about accepting a plea deal or need help with any part of your criminal defense, don’t hesitate to contact Christopher Griffin.

Fact 5: You aren’t locked into a plea deal until the judge has made a judgment in the case.

Once you agree to accept a plea bargain in your case, you will have a little leeway to change your mind as long as the judge overseeing your case has not yet handed down a final ruling in the case.

However, it’s important to note that, when defendants agree to and then back out of plea bargains, it can irritate (or even anger) prosecutors, leading them to file additional criminal charges against the accused.

Fact 6: There are very limited and specific instances in which people can appeal plea bargains after the final ruling in a case.

Once a plea deal has been accepted by the court and a defendant is serving the terms of his sentence (per the deal and the judge’s final ruling in the case), there are very limited – if any – circumstances in which a person can file an appeal to reverse the plea deal. In fact, simply having “buyer’s remorse” and regretting having accepted the plea bargain is NOT considered to be sufficient grounds for an appeal claim.

To find out if you have grounds for appealing a plea bargain, it’s best to consult with an experienced criminal attorney for specific information about your case and your best options for moving forward.

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Regardless of whether you are facing criminal charges for the first time, have prior convictions and/or were on probation or parole at the time of the alleged crime, Christopher Griffin and all of the legal professionals at the Griffin Law Firm will work relentlessly to help you obtain the best possible outcome to your case. In fact, our steadfast dedication to the notion that the accused are innocent until proven guilty means that we will do everything in our power to help you resolve your case in the most favorable and efficient manner possible.

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