The phrase "pending appeal" means that a decision or judgment has been made, but it may still be reviewed or challenged by a higher court before it becomes final.
Sentences with «pending appeal»
He was sentenced to 12 years in prison, but is free pending appeal of the guilty verdict. (nypost.com)
After a night in jail, he was released on bail pending appeal. (religion-online.org)
Both men face stiff prison terms after corruption convictions, but remain free pending appeals. (nypost.com)