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mightymoose
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It depends on the type of case and how much time has passed. If you want to appeal a case it must be done within a specific time frame.
You need to give more details. Is this a criminal case, civil, small claims? How long since the ruling?
You need to give more details. Is this a criminal case, civil, small claims? How long since the ruling?
Betty3
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Do you have a lawyer - talk to/ask him/her.
army judge
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Bear in mind, no case is automatically able to be appealed to the US Supreme Court.
The Supremes are the sole authority on what cases they choose to hear.
Continuing, not every case can be appealed, and as MM said, the appellate process is fraught with many specific guidelines, deadlines, and processes that must be observed precisely.
But, give us more details, and we might be able to offer more insight into any available next steps.
Betty3
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I would still talk to your/a lawyer - the lawyer should know for sure. (However; if you give us more info as requested, we can possibly give you some additional help/information.)
CdwJava
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It depends on the type of case. Usually, the first step would be to appeal the court's decision to an immediately higher court. Which higher court would depend on whether your matter was heard by a Minor Court, or a Court of Common Pleas. If a Minor Court, you generally appeal to the Superior Court; if a Minor Court, you generally appeal to a Court of Common Pleas. Information on appeals should be available at your local court or on their website.
An appeal is generally NOT a do-it-yourself project, so it is highly recommended that you consult an attorney.
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