Legal experts believe there are many grounds for Trump to appeal his conviction.

Following the recent guilty verdict on all counts against former President Trump, legal experts are suggesting that the case brought by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg may have some “reversible problems” when it is appealed.

The former president, and presumed 2024 GOP nominee, was charged with 34 counts of falsifying business records in the first degree. Despite pleading not guilty, he was found guilty on all counts by a jury of 12 individuals. Sentencing is scheduled for July 11, just four days before the Republican National Convention. Each count carries a maximum prison sentence of four years, potentially totaling up to 136 years behind bars for Trump.

Legal professionals have mentioned that the trial presents many grounds for appeal, which Trump is expected to pursue. “This was the worst expectation for a trial in Manhattan,” stated one expert. “I had hoped that the jurors might redeem the integrity of a system that has been used for political purposes.”

It is evident that the trial is a subject rich in possibilities for an appeal. However, any appeal process is likely to extend beyond the upcoming election. In the meantime, Democrats and President Biden may seek to attach the label of ‘convicted felon’ to Trump’s political legacy.

During the trial, prosecutors aimed to convince the jury that Trump falsified business records to conceal a $130,000 payment to Stormy Daniels, a former adult film actress, just before the 2016 election. This payment was allegedly an attempt to silence her regarding an alleged affair with Trump in 2006 – a claim that the former president has consistently denied throughout the legal proceedings.

Gregory Germain, a law professor, expressed concerns over Trump’s focus on discrediting Michael Cohen rather than addressing the legal basis of the accusations against him. “It’s not clear what the defense expected the jury to believe… Of course, they believed Cohen,” Germain noted, pointing out gaps in the defense strategy.

The argument suggested by Germain proposed that Trump could have maintained that the records were falsified post-election in 2017, thereby removing the link to the 2016 election and potential voter fraud. However, as Germain highlighted, such viewpoints were not adequately presented during the trial, raising questions about the defense’s tactics.

Malcolm, another legal expert, raised concerns regarding the jury instructions provided by Judge Juan Merchan, stating that they appeared to significantly favor the prosecution’s stance on the case. This imbalance in instructions could become a key point of contention during any appeal process initiated by Trump’s legal team.

Notably, the guilty verdict against Trump marks a historic moment as it is the first time a former U.S. president has been convicted of a crime. Legal analyst Turley emphasized the importance of having faith in the rule of law even in challenging cases like this. He stressed that the legal system allows for reviews and appeals, although any potential overturning of the conviction is unlikely to occur before the upcoming election.

As the legal battle continues, Trump and his legal team are gearing up to navigate the appeals process, ready to challenge the guilty verdict and fight for his innocence. The outcomes of these proceedings will significantly impact his political future and public perception, shaping the narrative around his presidency and potential candidacy in the years to come.