The Washington Notice of Criminal Appeal is a document that is filed by an individual who wishes to appeal a criminal conviction or sentence. It is a formal request to the Washington State Court of Appeals to review the case and decide whether the conviction or sentence should be overturned. The Notice of Criminal Appeal must be filed within 30 days of the date of the trial court’s decision. There are two types of Washington Notice of Criminal Appeal: Direct Appeal and Discretionary Review. A Direct Appeal is a request for review of a criminal conviction or sentence by the appellate court. A Discretionary Review is a request for review of a criminal conviction or sentence to determine whether the trial court abused its discretion. The Washington Notice of Criminal Appeal must contain certain information in order to be valid, including the name of the appellant, the court where the trial took place, the name of the judge who presided over the trial, a statement of facts, a statement of the errors alleged, and a request for relief. The Notice of Criminal Appeal must also be signed by the appellant or their attorney.