A) After Sentencing
A defendant typically submits an appeal after the sentencing phase if they believe there was an error in the trial or that their rights were violated.
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Trial
Selecting a Jury
Opening Statements
Presentation of Evidence
Closing Statements
Jury Deliberates and Brings a Verdict
Sentencing
Looking at the steps in the adult criminal justice system, when would a defendant submit an appeal?
Question 5 options:
A)
After Sentencing
B)
During Presentation of Evidence
C)
Before Selecting a Jury
D)
During the Closing Statements
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A) After Sentencing
A defendant typically submits an appeal after the sentencing phase if they believe there was an error in the trial or that their rights were violated.