Panama City Attorney for Appeals and Post-Conviction Relief
If you have been wrongfully convicted of a crime or received an unduly harsh sentence, you may have options other than just living with the devastating consequences. Jonathan Dingus is capable of handling your criminal appeal or case for post-conviction relief. Please contact us today for honest, clear insight into your legal options.
Properly filing and pursuing appeals at any level of the court system requires specific legal knowledge and sharp skills. Many otherwise capable criminal defense lawyers avoid venturing into this field. Our combined experience includes dealing with over 100 criminal appeals cases, including federal-level work in the U.S. Court of Appeals, 11th Circuit. We have a strong track record of success built on strong preparation and professional diligence.
Advocating for Victims of Poor Legal Representation or Judicial Errors
Some of the situations that may justify an appeal of your criminal conviction or a petition for post-conviction relief include:
- The lawyer who represented you at your criminal trial was negligent in some way, either making errors or failing to take needed action on your behalf — in which case we may be able to seek a new trial.
- The judge in your case handed down an excessive sentence, often either outside guidelines or precedent — enabling us to appeal for a reduction of that sentence.
- Your entry of a plea was improper due to inadequate counsel or other factors, allowing us to have the plea thrown out.
Proven Knowledge of Expungement and Criminal Record Sealing
Our deep knowledge of Florida and federal criminal law also extends to the procedures available for expungement and sealing of criminal records. With the advancement of computer technology and background checking, it is more common than ever for a youthful misdemeanor offense or single arrest to impede a person's progress in life, including pursuit of educational and employment goals.
Please be aware that acting quickly after conviction may be essential to pursuing your right to appeal the conviction or sentence — and that pursuing expungement and record-sealing is dependent on many specific circumstances.
At Jonathan W. Dingus, Attorney at Law, we will assess your problem with full knowledge of the available legal remedies. Please contact us today for the knowledgeable legal counsel and representation you need in the Panama City, Florida, area.
