A summary appeal was filed in the fourth district court of appeal for my son charges of aggravated assault with a weapon. There was no victi...

Question

A summary appeal was filed in the fourth district court of appeal for my son charges of aggravated assault with a weapon. There was no victim injury,and he had no criminal past except one grand theft under $5000, but he was sentenced under Florida law for 20 years minimum mandatory. He lost his 1st direct appeal and now his second 3.85 appeal.Per curiam affirmed on 2/27/14 and mandate issued 3/28/14. The attorney was negligent and just advised me of all of this on April 1st...4 days after the Mandate expired. I want to appeal the Mandate... Can I appeal the Mandate? What are my legal options so that this case can he heard again..? How can I get it to be filed with the Fl Supreme Court? Are there any other Courts for me to appeal? What are the time limitations?..please help..urgent

Answer

Since I don't do a lot of appeals, you need to find an attorney that handles criminal appeals. You must do so immediately, because there are always strict time limitations when it comes to appeals. Do not delay, hire an attorney that can give you answers and advise you on whether or what kind of appeal may be allowed.