Q: how do you appeal a murder case that was denied a state appeal
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That answer requires a full knowledge of the original criminal case, its procedural history, evidence, motions, rulings, and case notes on possible manifest mistakes and other legitimate grounds for an appeal to be timely and appropriately filed by such attorney.
That legal issues requires an immediate legal review with an experienced trial attorney expertly familiar with defending similar cases.
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I am not trying to be difficult, but I am not sure I understand the question.
The State only gets to appeal in very specific circumstances, such as if a Motion to Suppress was granted by a trial court which makes it difficult if not impossible for the State to proceed forward with the prosecution.
You should consult privately with an experienced criminal defense lawyer who has experience with appeals and murder cases to with the exact facts of the specific case in question to see if a lawyer should be hired, and if so, who.
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