Strategy in Revision Proceedings

To obtain justice, one must be familiar with criminal proceedings, their specific characteristics, and the practices of those involved. Therefore, an appeal to a higher court can only be considered truly promising if your legal representation has a plan that goes beyond a mere written submission.

For every problem...
One thing must never be overlooked: In most cases, a successful appeal to a higher court only results in the annulment of the judgment, its factual findings, and the referral back to the lower court, which then has to make a new decision. Only rarely does the higher court of appeal rule directly; sometimes it at least leaves the established facts untouched. It is therefore crucial for you to be transparently informed about the existing opportunities and how to proceed thereafter.

...a solution
Once it is clear what you can best plan for with the support of our team, it is important to consider further: How do we achieve an acquittal in a new trial? What can we do to ensure that a custodial sentence becomes a suspended sentence? Under what circumstances can consequences for your driving license, professional license, residence permit, and other matters be avoided?

In doing so, we must not only understand the legal backgrounds but also always keep the other parties involved in the proceedings in mind. Our team, drawing on its experience and diverse expertise, understands how leniently judgments are passed in each court district, the interests pursued by the public prosecutor's office, and what can be offered to the joint plaintiff to demonstrate to the court that reconciliation has been achieved between the alleged perpetrator and victim.

Look beyond the obvious with us, so that we can bring your case to a comprehensively positive conclusion! In a joint consultation, we will gladly discuss the various options for defense in an appeal to a higher court and jointly decide on your tailored strategy.

• Has a criminal judgment already been rendered against you?
• Do you disagree with the verdict?
• Are you unsure whether filing an appeal against the judgment is likely to succeed?
• Has the public prosecutor's office filed an appeal against a judgment that was in your favor?

Process and Support for Legal Representation

• Initial Consultation with a Detailed Discussion of the Previous Proceedings
• Access to Files (Only Possible Through a Lawyer!)
• In-depth Consultation Phase After Accessing Files to Define Objectives
• Discussion of the Prospects of Success for an Appeal and Selection Between an Ordinary Appeal or a Higher Court Appeal
• Filing the Appeal
• Statement of Grounds for Appeal

Goals and Prospects of Success

• Preventing an Unfavorable Judgment from Becoming Legally Binding
• Appeal Judgment or Higher Court Appeal Judgment in Your Favor
• Rejection of the Public Prosecutor's Appeal in the Event of a Lower Court Judgment in Your Favor

Time Commitment and Duration of Proceedings

• In criminal law, an appeal must generally be filed within one week of the lower court's judgment being pronounced; however, the grounds for appeal can be submitted later.
• If necessary, access to files for the previous proceedings within a few days of application.
• Consultation on the prospects of success usually within a few more days after accessing the files.
• The duration of the appeal proceedings, possibly including a main hearing, is largely determined by the criminal courts.

Costs and Fees

• The cost for an initial consultation for consumers is limited to EUR 190.00 plus VAT.
• During the consultation, any further fees for additional services will be presented and explained.
• Typically, fee agreements are made for each stage of the proceedings, particularly in cases where the scope, complexity, and critical importance to the client necessitate more extensive legal work.
• Generally, if an appeal is successful, all costs incurred in the lower courts are reimbursed by the state treasury.