if you plead guilty and receive a life sentence can you still appeal

Your brother in law had to stand before the court and agree to the guilty plea. He had to answer questions from the judge including things like whether he had sufficient time to talk the matter over with the attorney, whether he understood the ramifications of the plea, whether he agreed to waive appeal rights, whether anyone had given him inducements to compel him to take the plea, etc.

So, to go back and say that he was lied to also says that he committed perjury to the court which is what makes an appeal after a plea so very, very difficult. There are avenues of appeal but it is very difficult. Without knowing the details and evidence no one can say. Check with a lawyer in your locale to discuss more of the details.

You might read my Legal Guide "Questions to Consider Before Bringing an Appeal "

http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/questions-to-consider-before-bringing-an-appeal

Have him get a lawyer right away because appeal deadlines are strict. If he misses one his rights can be compromised or lost.

You might read my Legal Guide "Can An Attorney Really Help?"

http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/can-an-attorney-really-help

Good luck to you.

God bless.

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