"QUESTION: How long do I have to decide whether I want to appeal [my case]?ANSWER: Appeals are subject to strict time limits. A defendant may have to file a paper called a notice of appeal very soon, often within 7 to 10 days after the entry of the final judgment.
A notice of appeal tells the prosecution and the court that the defendant intends to bring an appeal. Defendants who later change their minds may withdraw notices of appeal without penalty, but if they don't first file their notices in time, they will likely have lost their right to appeal." -From, "The Criminal Law Handbook" By: Bergman & Berman-Barrett
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