Appeal

[enigma]

Though in prison for murder, Mike Peterson has enlisted a big ally in his quest for a new trial. The N.C. Academy of Trial Lawyers has joined Peterson's appeal, arguing that his case has wide-ranging implications for criminal defense.

The association's friend of the court brief, filed Monday on behalf of the writer and one-time Durham mayoral candidate, might be the first time the group has gotten involved in a murder case at the Court of Appeals level. The brief was signed by former state Supreme Court Chief Justice James Exum, along with Peterson attorney and friend Kerry Sutton. Sutton is on the board of governors of the academy. She said one of Peterson's friends from college knew Exum and got him involved. The academy's participation was approved by one of the group's screening committees.

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[LyricB]

Isn't it customary to automatically file for an appeal when found guilty of a felony?

[LightHeart]

Isn't it customary to automatically file for an appeal when found guilty of a felony?

I believe you are right, but it irks me to no end that more money will be spent only for this guy to be found guilty again. I will never understand how the people that commit murder can possible think they can get away with it.