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If you or someone you love was convicted of a crime in San Antonio or Bexar County, your case isn’t over. A criminal conviction can be appealed, and post-conviction relief may still be possible. At Jones & De La Garza, we specialize in criminal appeals and habeas corpus litigation, giving clients a second chance at justice.
Led by respected appellate lawyer Dayna L. Jones, our firm has successfully handled appeals in Texas Courts of Appeal, the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, and both state and federal habeas courts. We are recognized by peers and judges alike as a go-to firm for post-conviction relief in Texas.
Appealing a conviction isn’t like retrying your case. It’s about identifying errors in the original trial—whether legal, procedural, or constitutional—and crafting persuasive legal arguments to reverse the outcome.
We handle appeals involving:
Whether your case was in Bexar County, another part of Texas, or federal court, we can help.
We don’t dabble in appeals—we live and breathe them.
In addition to direct appeals, we also file state and federal habeas corpus petitions. These are powerful legal tools that allow us to raise claims not considered on appeal, such as:
Dayna L. Jones has multiple cases listed in the National Registry of Exonerations and has helped clients overturn wrongful convictions and restore their freedom.
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You’ll find Jones & De La Garza—because our results speak for themselves.
We Handle Appeals in All Texas and Federal Courts
Whether your case was resolved weeks ago or years ago, we can evaluate your eligibility for appeal or post-conviction relief.
Appeals are time-sensitive. Don’t miss your deadline to file a notice of appeal or habeas petition. Contact Jones & De La Garza today to speak with a top San Antonio criminal appeals attorney.
We’ll review your case, explain your options, and build a powerful plan to fight for your freedom.