Post-Conviction Relief.
Our goal is simple: your fight for justice doesn't end at sentencing. Whether pursuing appeals, habeas corpus, fighting probation revocations, or other post-conviction remedies, we work to correct injustices, reduce sentences, and restore hope throughout Georgia's appellate and Superior Courts. When the system gets it wrong, we fight to make it right.
Your Conviction Isn't Always the Final Word.
A conviction doesn't mean your fight is over—it means it's time to fight differently. Whether you're facing probation revocation, dealing with ineffective counsel, discovering new evidence, or suffering under excessive sentences, post-conviction relief offers paths to justice that many don't know exist. We understand the unique challenges of post-conviction work: strict deadlines, complex procedures, and courts reluctant to revisit decisions. Our approach combines deep knowledge of appellate law with the determination to uncover every possible avenue for relief. Your freedom still matters, even after conviction.
WHAT WE DO
Post-Conviction Remedies We Pursue.
We've navigated every type of post-conviction proceeding in Georgia courts. From probation revocation hearings to direct appeals, from habeas corpus petitions to sex offender registry removal, each remedy below represents real clients who refused to give up—and found justice even after conviction. Your case deserves the same thorough examination and aggressive advocacy.
A LAW FIRM YOU CAN TRUST
What Makes Us Different?
Most law firms give up after conviction. We're just getting started. From our Dallas, Georgia practice, Keenan Parsons Law brings something unique to post-conviction relief—the perspective of someone who's been prosecutor, judge, and defender. We know how convictions happen, where errors hide, and most importantly, how to undo injustice. Whether fighting emergency probation revocations or pursuing complex appeals, combined with technology that keeps you connected from behind walls or from home, we offer hope when others see only finality.
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Behind every conviction is someone who deserves a second look. That's why we dig deeper—reading every transcript, investigating every claim, exploring every legal avenue. Using secure technology, you'll have access to your case progress whether you're incarcerated or free on appeal. From our first consultation through final relief, you'll never feel forgotten. In Georgia, we've built our reputation on finding hope where others see none.
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Experience matters in post-conviction work. Having served as prosecutor and judge before becoming a defender, I understand how errors occur and where relief hides. This unique perspective helps identify issues others miss—from ineffective counsel to constitutional violations to procedural defects. We don't just file paperwork; we build compelling cases for relief based on deep understanding of how the system works and sometimes fails.
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Post-conviction relief isn't academic—it's about freedom. Our track record includes defeated probation revocations, overturned convictions, cleared criminal records through retroactive first offender treatment, successful registry removals, reduced sentences, and even wrongful convictions that led to complete exoneration. Every case gets meticulous attention because we know that behind every filing is someone counting days, months, or years until they can go home—or someone fighting to stay home.
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Post-conviction law is a maze of deadlines, procedures, and technical requirements. From emergency probation revocation hearings to complex federal habeas petitions, one missed deadline or improper filing can forever bar relief. With extensive appellate experience and deep knowledge of both state and federal procedures, we navigate these complexities while keeping you informed. Our secure portal provides updates and document access, ensuring you're never in the dark about your case's progress.
OUR RESULTS
Post-Conviction Success Stories.
We have successfully pursued post-conviction relief for clients throughout Georgia, defeating probation revocations, securing new trials, clearing criminal records, removing clients from registries, and even achieving complete exonerations. Our track record in revocation hearings, appellate courts, habeas proceedings, and clemency applications demonstrates our commitment to justice that extends beyond initial convictions. Every victory represents someone who refused to give up—and found an attorney who refused to let them.
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Client's murder conviction reversed on appeal due to ineffective assistance of counsel. We handled the retrial and secured complete acquittal after two weeks of trial. Client walked free after years of wrongful imprisonment, his innocence finally recognized."
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State attempted to revoke 4 years of probation, alleging multiple new crimes. We demanded a hearing and challenged their evidence. After hearing testimony, the court found our client did not commit new crimes and ordered his release. Four years of freedom preserved through aggressive defense.
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Client carried a serious violent felony conviction for nearly 20 years. Our investigation revealed he was never informed of First Offender eligibility at plea. Successfully argued for retroactive First Offender treatment. His record is now clean—as if the conviction never happened.
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After decades of registration for a conviction from his youth, we petitioned for relief. Successfully had client classified as low risk and convinced court to remove registration requirements. Client finally free from lifetime restrictions on where he can live and work.
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Through habeas corpus petition, we proved trial counsel failed to investigate crucial alibi witnesses. Federal court granted new trial based on ineffective assistance. Case later dismissed by prosecution when faced with evidence that should have been presented originally.
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Client serving life sentence for drug trafficking. Through post-conviction motion, we demonstrated sentencing court's error in applying mandatory minimums. Sentence reduced by 20 years, allowing client to see freedom in his lifetime.
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Wrongful conviction exposed through persistent investigation and new evidence development. Client's innocence recognized nationally after years of fighting. Complete exoneration achieved through combination of appeals, habeas corpus, and new trial proceedings.
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Secured appeal bond for client convicted at trial, allowing him to remain with family while we pursued appeal. Conviction later reversed on appeal. Client never spent a day in custody thanks to aggressive bond advocacy.
One Attorney. Complete Dedication.
Post-conviction work demands persistence that big firms won't provide. When you hire me, you get an attorney who reads every page, explores every angle, and never gives up. Operating from Dallas, Georgia, I bring unique perspective from serving as prosecutor and judge—I know how convictions happen and how to challenge them. No case is too old, no sentence too final. Just experienced advocacy from someone who believes justice doesn't end at sentencing.
HOW IT WORKS
Our Process.
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01 Comprehensive Case Review
We start by obtaining complete records—trial transcripts, evidence, prior attorney files, or probation violation reports. For revocation cases, we move quickly to demand hearings and preserve defenses. Every page gets scrutinized for errors, violations, and opportunities for relief. This thorough review often reveals issues that trial counsel missed or appellate counsel overlooked.
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02 Identify All Remedies
Post-conviction relief offers multiple paths. We identify which remedies apply—probation revocation defense, direct appeal, habeas corpus, first offender relief, registry removal, or others. Strategic selection and proper timing maximize your chances for relief while preserving all options.
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03 File and Fight
We prepare comprehensive filings that tell your story and demand relief. Whether arguing before appellate courts, presenting evidence in habeas hearings, or advocating for clemency, we pursue every avenue aggressively. You stay informed through our secure portal throughout the process.
Frequently Asked Questions.
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Post-conviction relief encompasses all legal remedies available after conviction and sentencing. This includes fighting probation revocations, direct appeals, habeas corpus petitions, motions for new trial, sentence modifications, first offender relief, and clemency applications. With experience as prosecutor, judge, and defender, I understand these remedies from every angle and know which apply to your situation.
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Absolutely. Probation revocation is a critical area of post-conviction work. When the state alleges violations—whether new crimes or technical violations—we demand hearings and aggressively challenge their evidence. I've successfully defeated revocation attempts, saving clients years of incarceration. Just because you're on probation doesn't mean you don't deserve a strong defense.
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Deadlines vary dramatically. Probation revocations require immediate action. Direct appeals require notice within 30 days of sentencing. Habeas corpus has different deadlines for state and federal filing. Some remedies have no deadline; others are measured in days. During consultation, I'll identify all deadlines specific to your case—missing them can forever bar relief.
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Every case is unique, but post-conviction relief succeeds more often than people think. I've defeated probation revocations saving years of freedom, overturned murder convictions, cleared decades-old felonies through First Offender relief, and removed clients from lifetime registries. Success depends on identifying the right issues and presenting them properly. My experience from all sides of the system helps identify winning arguments others miss.
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Post-conviction work requires significant time and expertise, but I offer flexible payment arrangements because justice shouldn't depend on wealth. During consultation, I'll explain costs based on your case's complexity and the remedies we pursue. Payment plans make quality representation accessible.
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Through our secure technology platform, you have 24/7 access to your case—crucial for incarcerated clients. Message me directly, review filings, track deadlines, and monitor progress. Family members can be included with your permission. You're never in the dark about your fight for freedom.
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Post-conviction proceedings move slowly. Direct appeals typically take 12-18 months. Habeas corpus can take years. However, some remedies like sentence modification can happen relatively quickly. I'll provide realistic timelines while working to expedite your case wherever possible.
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Yes. I handle post-conviction matters for Georgia convictions regardless of where you're currently located. Through secure video conferencing and our client portal, distance doesn't prevent effective representation. I also handle federal habeas cases challenging convictions from other states.
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Prior denials don't necessarily end your options. Different remedies address different issues. Ineffective assistance in direct appeal can support habeas claims. New evidence can reopen closed cases. Time can make clemency viable. I'll identify remaining options despite previous denials.
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Yes. After years of compliance, many clients qualify for removal from Georgia's sex offender registry. We pursue risk level reclassification and petition courts for removal when eligible. I've successfully removed clients from lifetime registration requirements, restoring their ability to live and work without restrictions.
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Georgia's First Offender Act allows certain convictions to be removed from your record. If you were never informed of this option at plea, you may qualify for retroactive treatment—even decades later. I've successfully cleared serious felony convictions from clients' records, giving them the clean slate they should have had originally.
READY TO BEGIN?
Your Conviction Doesn't Have to Be Your Final Chapter.
Every remedy listed above represents hope—hope that probation violations can be defeated, errors corrected, sentences reduced, and justice finally achieved. Whether you're facing revocation proceedings, fighting a recent conviction, or challenging one from decades ago, the next step could change everything. Get honest assessment from a Dallas, Georgia attorney who's defeated revocations, overturned convictions, cleared records, and never stops fighting for justice.
Consultation Available by Phone or Video • Flexible Payment Plans • Serving All Georgia Convictions