An appeal may be taken by the defendant from:

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Terms Used In North Dakota Code 29-28-06

  • Appeal: A request made after a trial, asking another court (usually the court of appeals) to decide whether the trial was conducted properly. To make such a request is "to appeal" or "to take an appeal." One who appeals is called the appellant.
  • Arrest: Taking physical custody of a person by lawful authority.
  • Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.

1.    A verdict of guilty; 2.    A final judgment of conviction; 3.    An order refusing a motion in arrest of judgment; 4.    An order denying a motion for a new trial; or

5.    An order made after judgment affecting any substantial right of the party.