What are the differences between an appeal as a matter of right and a discretionary appeal?

Answer:
Appeal as a matter of right means the appellate court has to hear your appeal, or that you have the right to appeal. Discretionary appeal means the appellate court decides whether or not it will hear your appeal.
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