Author: Patti & David Petersen

Paul has always cared deeply about his family and the people he served. We continue to pray for fairness and compassion as this process moves forward.
Trent Franks Advocates for Paul Petersen

A Perspective on Adoption and Advocacy

Former Congressman Trent Franks shares his perspective on adoption policy and Paul Petersen’s role in supporting adoptive families.
Eddie Ableser, a former Arizona state senator, shares his perspective on Paul Petersen’s case

A Case of Political Expediency Over Justice

Former Arizona state senator Eddie Ableser shares his perspective on Paul Petersen’s case, media narratives, and the call for clemency.
A Perspective from Prison Ministry on Paul Petersen

A Perspective from Prison Ministry on Paul Petersen

Arizona Legislative Chaplain Donna Kafer shares her perspective on Paul Petersen, his conduct during incarceration, and the case for second chances.
Concerns Raised About Legal Process in Paul Petersen’s Case

Concerns Raised About Legal Process in Paul Petersen’s Case

Supporters and family members have raised concerns about how the legal process unfolded in Paul Petersen’s case, including prosecution approach, sentencing, and financial pressure.
A Legal Perspective from Former U.S. Attorney Mel McDonald

A Legal Perspective from Former U.S. Attorney Mel McDonald

Former U.S. Attorney and judge Mel McDonald shares his perspective on Paul Petersen’s case, sentencing, and broader concerns about fairness.
Support for Paul Petersen Continues to Grow

Support for Paul Petersen Continues to Grow

Legal professionals, former judges, and community leaders continue to speak out in support of Paul Petersen and call for a review of his case.
Good Samaritan

A Reflection on Mercy and Compassion

A personal reflection from Paul Petersen’s family on mercy, compassion, and supporting others during difficult times.
A Family Update on Paul’s Current Status

A Family Update on Paul’s Current Status

An update from the family on Paul Petersen’s current legal status, time served, restitution, and what comes next in the advocacy process.
Free Paul Petersen - Restitution

Understanding Restitution in Paul Petersen’s Case

A closer look at restitution in Paul Petersen’s case, including the financial payment made prior to incarceration and what it means in context.
Executive Clemency in AZ

Understanding Executive Clemency in AZ

Learn how executive clemency works in Arizona, including the review process, eligibility factors, and how cases may be considered for commutation or relief.

Supporters

Thanks to those who have submitted their support:

Ed Ablesor
Phoenix, Arizona
Cecil Ash
Mesa, Arizona
Michelle Blake
Mesa, Arizona
Heidi Brauer
Mesa, Arizona
Ben Briggs
Tempe, Arizona
Marla Briggs
Tempe, Arizona
Spence Briggs
Tempe, Arizona
Meagan Brower
Gilbert, Arizona
Steve & Cheri Burningham
Cedar City, Utah
Ann Burns
Gilbert, Arizona
Patrick Burns
Gilbert, Arizona
Rosemary Burt
Gilbert, Arizona
Doug Carroll
Mesa, Arizona
ShiRey Carroll
Mesa, Arizona
Mary Ann Castanon
Richlands, North Carolina
Paula Crosby
Gilbert, Arizona
H Egnew
Vail, Arizona
Jeff Egnew
Laveen, Arizona
Jessica Egnew
Mesa, Arizona
Mark Egnew
Heber City, Utah
Paul Egnew
Mesa, Arizona
Wendi Egnew
Phoenix, Arizona
Tom & Phyllis Freestone
Gilbert, Arizona
Hope Gardner
Mess, Arizona
Tom Gardner
Mess, Arizona
Meghan Green
Mesa, Arizona
Sean Green
Mesa, Arizona
Sally Gunnell
Mesa, Arizona
Tamara Heideman
Gilbert, Arizona
Lilli Hiatt
Mesa, Arizona
Charlotte Jensen
American Fork, Utah
Jay Kocherhans
Maricopa, Arizona
Tara Kocherhans
Mesa, Arizona
Cathie Lanham
Sandy, Utah
Marva M Egnew
Phoenix, Arizona
Debbie Martin
Idaho Falls, Idaho
Pat Martin
Idaho Falls, Idaho
Mel McDonald
Gilbert, Arizona
Elizabeth Nichols
Gilbert, Arizona
Randy Nichols
Gilbert, Arizona
Cary Palmer
Bandon, Oregon
Jeanne Palmer
Bandon, Oregon
Arlon & Linda Petersen
Gilbert, Arizona
Ashley Petersen
Mesa, Arizona
David & Patti Petersen
Mesa, Arizona
Landon Petersen
Mesa, Arizona
Maurice Petersen
Gold Canyon, Arizona
Rocky Petersen
Gilbert, Arizona
Carly Reynolds
Rexburg, Idaho
Jared Reynolds
Rexburg, Idaho
Justine Searle
Mesa, Arizona
Todd Searle
Mesa, Arizona
David Sherwood
Oak grove, Missouri
Stacey Sherwood
Oak grove, Missouri
Lexi Simmons
Terreton, Idaho
Jared Smith
Gilbert, Arizona
Ken Smith
Mesa, Arizona
Melanie Smith
Idaho Falls, Idaho
Vanessa Smith
Gilbert, Arizona
Rebecca Stapley
Mess, Arizona
Aubry Startin
Gilbert, Arizona
Cody Startin
Gilbert, Arizona
Aubree Stephens
Mesa, Arizona
Ava Stephens
Mesa, Arizona
Mark Stephens
Mesa, Arizona
Lynndsey Ward
Mesa, Arizona
Denzel Washington
Mesa, Arizona
Krystal Washington
Mesa, Arizona
Chris Weatherall
Gilbert, Arizona
Jenny Weatherall
Gilbert, Arizona
Monica Wheaton
Mesa, Arizona
Danny White
Mesa, Arizona
Scott Whitener
Gilbert, Arizona
Megan Wolfe
Springdale, Arkansas
Alie Wood
Salt Lake City, Utah
Alyssa Wood
Argyle, Texas
Austin Wood
Argyle, Texas
Jenna Wood
Indio, California
Kimberly Wood
Nampa, Idaho
Lindy Wood
Indio, California
Lori Wood
Gilbert, Arizona
Mark Wood
Farmington, Utah
Matthew Wood
Nampa, Idaho
Natalie Wood
Farmington, Utah
Nicole Wood
Indio, California
Ryan Wood
Indio, California
Shaunna Wood
Idaho Falls, Idaho
Walt Wood
Gilbert, Arizona
Kathleen Wright
Mesa, Arizona
Lorenzo Wright
Mesa, Arizona
Dior Young
San Tan Valley, Arizona