Rachel Alexander, a former top official in the Maricopa County Prosecutor’s Office, said this about lawfare against Paul Petersen.
Paul Petersen has been incarcerated for over five years.
He now remains in custody in Arizona under a consecutive state sentence.
Supporters believe executive clemency exists for situations where continued incarceration may no longer serve the broader interests of justice.
In Paul’s case, they point to several factors:
Arizona law provides the Governor with constitutional authority to grant clemency in appropriate cases.
Supporters are respectfully requesting review of Paul’s case for possible commutation or supervised release.
Legal defense, appeals, and ongoing advocacy efforts have required significant financial resources over several years.
Understanding this impact helps explain why continued support is needed moving forward.
Ongoing legal and advocacy efforts require continued support.
At this point, we are asking for thoughtful consideration of what comes next, and whether continued incarceration serves a meaningful purpose.
We need your help. We are asking for two things:
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For more than two decades, Paul worked in adoption, helping families navigate a complex legal process. Many families remain connected to his work and have shared their experiences and gratitude.
This section highlights the broader context of his adoption practice and the families who chose to share their stories.
Stay informed with recent updates, background information, and thoughtful perspectives related to Paul’s case and the clemency process.
We support a thoughtful review of Paul’s case under Arizona law and the clemency process.
If you believe this situation deserves consideration, we invite you to stay informed and support ongoing efforts.
