Appel pénal ou pourvoi : délais et effet suspensif 2026

After a criminal court judgment, you have ten days to appeal. This video explains the choice between a criminal appeal and an appeal to the Court of Cassation: time limits, suspensive effect, proceedings before the Court of Appeal, and specific cases. Questions addressed: What is the time limit for appealing a criminal court judgment (Article 498 of the Code of Criminal Procedure)? Does an appeal suspend the execution of the sentence, and what are the exceptions (deferred detention order)? What can the Court of Appeal re-examine: the devolutive effect limited to the charges challenged (Article 509)? Can an appeal by the defendant alone increase the sentence (Article 515)? What is the time limit and form for an appeal to the Court of Cassation (Articles 567 and 568)? Can one request release during the proceedings (Articles 148 and 148-1)? Reference rulings mentioned: Cass. Crim. 18 November 2020, No. 20-81.162 (transfer of jurisdiction); Crim. 22 November 2023, No. 23-81.085 (deferred committal warrant); Crim. 16 March 2021, No. 20-82.174 (prohibition against aggravating the appellant's situation); Crim. 14 November 2024, No. 23-83.440 (appeal limited to the sentence in criminal matters); Crim. 3 December 2025, No. 25-87.743 (late appeal inadmissible). Articles cited: 498, 499, 500, 502, 505, 506, 507, 508, 509, 515, 567, 568, 569, 148, 148-1, 186, and 380-2-1 A of the French Code of Criminal Procedure. Full article: https://kohenavocats.com/appel-penal-... Contact: https://kohenavocats.com/contactez-nous/ This video is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. #CriminalLaw #CriminalAppeal #AppealToTheCourtofSale #CriminalProcedure #Lawyer #KohenAvocats