Does the second-instance lawyer in criminal cases play a small role?

Lawyers of second instance play a great role. The role of lawyers in the second trial of criminal cases;

1. The lawyer meets the criminal suspect, learns the evidence clues of his guilt or innocence, collects the evidence, and prepares the relevant application materials for changing the compulsory measures.

2. Make an appointment with the judge and consult and copy the complaint documents and materials.

3. Exchange opinions with the defendant on the defense viewpoint initially formed by the lawyer, and inform the defendant of the trial procedure and matters needing attention.

4, combined with the actual situation of the case, to plead not guilty or guilty, and try our best to win the judge's approval of the defense point of view.