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Erie County District Attorney's Office
Appeals Bureau
The Appeals Bureau responds to appeals brought in Erie County Court, the Supreme Court, Fourth Department, and the New York State Court of Appeals. Appeals are brought on behalf of the People in those same courts. Appellate attorneys defend against Federal habeas corpus petitions; motions for post-judgment relief pursuant to CPL Article 440; as well as petitions for a writ of error coram nobis. It is the responsibility of this bureau to respond to freedom of information requests, civil matters involving the District Attorney's Office, and a variety of independent motions related to criminal law enforcement. On a daily basis, members of the bureau also act as legal counsel to all other attorneys throughout the office. Members of the bureau are active in the continuing legal education process, creating written material and giving lectures on legal topics.
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