Criminal Appeals Process

Criminal Appeals FAQs

Criminal defendants have the right to appeal decisions by judges and juries, and victims can learn where and when the appeals will be heard.

Here are the answers to basic questions about how the North Carolina criminal appeals process works:

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Help for Crime Victims

North Carolinians who need medical attention or who miss work because they were the victims of a crime may qualify for compensation. Through the Crime Victims Compensation Act, North Carolina established a fund to help victims recover the costs of medical care and lost wages. Victims and their families may be eligible to be compensated for financial losses that are not covered by insurance, worker’s compensation funds, Medicare, or restitution payments. For additional information, please contact Victims Compensation Services toll free at 1-800-826-6200 or (919) 733-7974.

Contact the Rape Victims Assistance Program at 1-800-826-6200.

Contact the North Carolina Victim Assistance Network toll free at 1-800-348-5068 or (919) 831-2857. This nonprofit agency provides information and assistance for victims and family members of crime victims.

Contact the nonprofit North Carolina Coalition Against Sexual Assault at (919) 871-1015