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I’m studying for my Law class and need an explanation.

Objective: analyze the Appellate process for both the federal and state court systems.

The process and interest in appealing a case are specific to each situation. This includes specificity to a Defendant versus a civil litigant versus perhaps even an interest group.

Each of these parties may have a different intended outcome for appealing a decision of a judge or a jury. As long as the process is completed correctly, they may have a chance of having the case reconsidered.

discuss the differences between the criminal and civil appeal processes. In your discussion, address the following:

Consider, as well, the options available for post-conviction relief.

How do these differ from the general appeal process and what are they used for?

Also, define the scope of appellate review.