How long does it usually take to write a brief for an appeal bond hearing?

Seattle, WA Viewed 31 times. Posted about 1 month ago in Criminal Defense

It's been 3 1/2 weeks since my husband was sentenced he requested an appeal bond hearing and the Judge requested a brief. His paid attorney has not finished the brief as of today statinshe's still researching and will "try" and get it done by week end. What really needs to be researched to write a brief as to why he should be let out on home detention if not all the way out? - Is this your question? Add additional information

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Alan James Brinkmeier

This attorney is licensed in Illinois. Posted about 1 month ago.

Have your husband ask his attorney. Appeal briefs can take a short or a long time. In my state, the standard schedule for the first brief is 35 days allowed and that sometimes needs to be extended.

Good luck to you.

God bless.

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David Zuckerman

This attorney is licensed in Washington. Posted 26 days ago.

It's hard to know what the issues are in your husband's case concerning an appeal bond. For some charges, RCW 9.95.062 precludes release on appeal under any circumstances. Other than that, it generally comes down to showing why the defendant is not likely to flee or commit further offenses.

Really, the only person who can explain the length of time it's taking to file the brief is your husband's lawyer.