Donald Trump Prepares to Appeal Guilty Verdict in 34-Felony Case
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Donald Trump is reportedly preparing to appeal his recent guilty verdict, which found him guilty of 34 felony counts. This move could potentially delay the start of his sentence until the appellate court reaches a decision.
The conviction came over a year after Trump’s Manhattan indictment was unsealed. An anonymous 12-person jury deliberated for two days before reaching a unanimous verdict. Following the conviction, Trump’s legal team immediately requested the judge to overturn the jury’s decision and acquit him, a motion that was swiftly denied.
‘Home Alone 2: Lost In New York’ star Donald Trump has been found guilty of 34 felony counts. pic.twitter.com/9PuYnLAaNb
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In response to the verdict, the former president declared that the trial was “rigged” and vowed to “fight to the end.” With the jury’s decision, Donald Trump faces a potential four-year prison sentence. However, he is also eligible for a lesser sentence of probation and a fine. The final sentencing decision will be made by New York Judge Juan Merchan, who is set to announce his ruling on July 11.
In New York, appealing a criminal conviction requires the defendant or their attorney to file a notice of appeal within 30 days of the judgment. After the appeal and trial transcript are filed, the process formally begins with the court’s Return on Appeal. There is no specific timeline for the appeal process, and Trump can request a delay in starting his sentence until the Appeals Court issues a decision. This delay could potentially extend until Election Day.
Breaking News: Donald Trump has been officially found guilty on all 34 felony counts 🚨
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the former President of The United States is now a convicted felon, in the New York hush money trial, becoming the 1st ex President convicted of a crime pic.twitter.com/KfG5mbzbkc
The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office charged Trump with 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. The charges stem from allegations that he mislabeled hush money payments as legal expenses on financial documents. The prosecution argued that Trump made a $130,000 payment to Stormy Daniels before the 2016 presidential election to keep her quiet about an alleged sexual encounter. His charges were elevated from misdemeanors to felonies on the grounds that Trump sought to conceal a broader conspiracy to influence the election.
Donald Trump has consistently denied any wrongdoing, describing the case as a politically motivated attack. His legal team has indicated that they will exhaust all available legal avenues to challenge the verdict. This appeal could potentially become a prolonged legal battle, intersecting with the political landscape as Trump continues to have significant influence within the Republican Party.
The outcome of this appeal could have profound implications not only for Trump’s legal future but also for his political aspirations. If the appellate court overturns the conviction, it could bolster his claims of being unfairly targeted. Conversely, if the conviction is upheld, it could complicate his ability to mount a robust campaign for any future political office.
As the legal proceedings continue, the nation watches closely, aware of the far-reaching consequences that this case holds for both the judicial system and the political arena. The next key date is July 11, when Judge Merchan will announce Trump’s sentence, a decision that will undoubtedly influence the trajectory of this high-profile legal battle.
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