If you get into such cases, then please without panicking first get in touch with the experienced lawyer and discuss your situation with him. Explain all your situations, gather any evidences and report you can and present them to the attorney. Please be honest in this regard. File the appeal if you get any procedural flaws. Overall, the lawyer will be your best friend in such times as they can explain all sorts of technicalities and help you out to get the positive outcomes.