Not every criminal conviction is the end of the road. In Arizona, defendants who believe they were wrongfully convicted, unfairly sentenced, or denied a fair trial may still have options. Appeals and post-conviction relief (PCR) provide a critical second chance to challenge errors and protect your future. At Taylor Law Group, PLLC, we guide clients through this difficult process with experience, precision, and persistence.

Understanding Appeals in Arizona

An appeal is not a new trial. Instead, it asks a higher court to review the original case for legal errors. Common appeal grounds include:

Improper jury instructions

Evidence that was wrongly admitted or excluded

Prosecutorial misconduct

Sentencing errors

Appeals are time-sensitive and must be filed quickly. Missing a deadline can mean losing the chance to challenge a conviction.

What Is Post-Conviction Relief (PCR)?

Post-conviction relief goes beyond appeals and allows defendants to raise issues that may not have been clear during trial. In Arizona, PCR petitions can address:

Ineffective assistance of counsel

Newly discovered evidence

Constitutional violations

Illegal sentences

PCR is often the last opportunity to correct a wrongful conviction or unfair outcome.

Why Experience Matters

Post-conviction cases are highly technical. They require deep knowledge of Arizona criminal law, appellate procedure, and trial strategy. Douglas W. Taylor — a former Pima County judge and seasoned defense attorney — brings unmatched perspective. Having presided over and argued criminal cases from both sides of the bench, he understands exactly what higher courts and reviewing judges look for.

Our Approach at Taylor Law Group, PLLC

Thorough review of trial transcripts and evidence

Careful identification of legal errors and constitutional issues

Strategic petitions crafted to highlight strong, appealable arguments

Aggressive advocacy at every stage of the process

Each case receives personal attention and a customized strategy designed to give clients the best possible chance at relief.

Protecting Your Future

A criminal conviction can affect employment, family life, licensing, and personal reputation. Appeals and PCR are opportunities to correct injustice and move forward.

At Taylor Law Group, PLLC, we believe everyone deserves a fair process — and if mistakes were made, they must be corrected.

👉 If you or a loved one need help with an appeal or post-conviction relief in Tucson or Southern Arizona, visit our website to learn how Taylor Law Group, PLLC can stand by your side.

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