In a recent development, Judge Juan Merchan has set the sentencing date for Donald Trump’s conviction on 34 felony counts for July 11. However, if the former president decides to appeal, it could result in a process that will backfire on him. Trump’s legal team is unlikely to accept anything less than having the entire case dismissed.
Based on how the appeals process works in New York, any ruling on a filing made by Trump’s lawyers would probably be delayed, with a ruling not expected until just before the election. This delay could disrupt Trump’s election plans and give him a taste of his own medicine since he has often employed delay tactics in the past to slow down legal actions against him.
The sentencing date set by Judge Merchan is just three days past the First Judicial Department deadline for receiving the basic appeal paperwork. The appellate division’s calendar shows that oral arguments can only be scheduled for October 1, leaving the judges only a few weeks to consider the case before voters go to the polls.
According to two former New York judges, there is limited room for Trump to maneuver, and he could potentially face a devastating affirmation of his conviction so close to the election. Typically, appellate work moves slowly and deliberately, and there is no rush to decide matters unless they pertain to voting issues. Therefore, the urgency to expedite Trump’s case may not be high.
Additionally, it is unlikely that Trump will receive jail time, which further diminishes the urgency for the appeals court to speed up the case. In criminal cases, defendants often receive a stay of judgment if there are significant issues at hand. It is unclear whether Trump will be in jail during the appeals process, which may further impact the timeline for deciding his case.
If Donald Trump decides to appeal his felony sentencing, he could face delays that might disrupt his election plans. The appeals process in New York typically moves slowly, and there is no rush to decide matters unless they directly affect voting issues. Furthermore, it is unlikely that Trump will receive jail time, which reduces the urgency for expediting his case. Ultimately, as the legal process unfolds, the former president may find himself experiencing how it feels being on the other end.
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