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Why is Erin Patterson appealing?

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Erin Patterson is appealing her guilty verdicts, with her legal team seeking an extension to review the case with a new barrister. The grounds for appeal have not been disclosed but may involve claims of a miscarriage of justice.

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  • Erin Patterson's legal team has indicated they will appeal her guilty verdicts. 10s
  • A new barrister has joined Patterson's defence, replacing her previous counsel. 18s
  • The court is expected to grant an extension for the appeal deadline due to the trial's length. 33s
  • Patterson is serving a life sentence with a non-parole period of 33 years. 1m 0s
  • The Office of Public Prosecutions is also considering appealing the sentence, arguing it may be inadequate. 1m 20s
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Erin Patterson's lawyer announces intention to appeal guilty verdicts

Patterson's legal team informed the Supreme Court of their intention to appeal her guilty verdicts and requested an extension to the appeal deadline.

Erin Patterson's lawyer announces intention to appeal guilty verdicts
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Erin Patterson's lawyer announces intention to appeal guilty verdicts

The new barrister will review the case to determine whether there was an error that caused a substantial miscarriage of justice.

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