Criminal Appeals Handbook

A practical guide to appealing from the Crown Court to the Court of Appeal and beyond, designed to assist those who seek to challenge a conviction or sentence that was imposed by the Crown Court, with guidance on each stage of the appeal process.

Criminal Appeals Handbook provides practical assistance to legal representatives of clients who are seeking to challenge convictions or sentences in the Court of Appeal and beyond. It takes each topic in the order in which it arises in the appeal process, from obtaining advice, including funding for advice and assistance under legal aid, and potential grounds of appeal, through to the conclusion of the case in the Court of Appeal.

The Third Edition includes a number of important updates, including:

- Coverage of the Sentencing Act 2020
- Criminal Procedure Rules 2025
- Fresh evidence and referrals from the Criminal Cases Review Commission
- Updated Appendices covering the March 2026 Guide to Proceedings in the Court of Appeal, Criminal Division
- Significant decisions in modern slavery and protest cases
- A new section on women, caring responsibilities and pregnancy
- Developments linked to children and young people

Available in an accessible single volume, this handbook offers practical guidance and insight on the preparation and presentation of cases, with a summary of key points at the end of each section.

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