Criminal Appeals and Wrongful Convictions in New Jersey
Fighting for Justice After an Unfair Verdict
At Ziegler Law Group, LLC, we believe that one wrongful conviction is one too many. If you or a loved one has been unfairly convicted of a crime, you still have options — and time is critical. Our experienced appellate attorneys are here to review your case, identify legal errors, and fight to overturn unjust convictions.
We understand how overwhelming and isolating it can feel to be convicted when you know the truth is on your side. Our team brings decades of litigation and appellate experience to the table, including extensive success in overturning wrongful convictions and winning post-conviction relief for our clients.
How Our Criminal Appeals Team Can Help
A criminal appeal is not a retrial — it is a focused, strategic legal challenge that seeks to correct mistakes made during the original trial or sentencing. These errors can include:
- Constitutional violations (such as unlawful searches, forced confessions, or lack of due process)
- Judicial errors in rulings or jury instructions
- Prosecutorial misconduct
- Ineffective assistance of trial counsel
- Newly discovered evidence that could change the outcome
At Ziegler Law Group, LLC, we conduct a meticulous review of trial transcripts, evidence, and court rulings to build a compelling appeal. Our goal is to have your conviction reversed, your sentence reduced, or your case remanded for a new trial.
Why Choose Ziegler Law Group for Your Criminal Appeal?
- Proven Results: Our attorneys have successfully overturned convictions and vacated wrongful sentences across New Jersey.
- Detail-Oriented Approach: We leave no stone unturned when reviewing trial records and identifying grounds for appeal.
- Appellate Court Experience: We are skilled in navigating the complex rules and procedures of appellate practice at every level.
- Personal Commitment: We understand the stakes — your freedom, your future, and your reputation — and we fight with everything we have to protect them.
Grounds for Criminal Appeals in New Jersey
Some common grounds for appeal include:
- Trial Court Errors: Mistakes made by the judge, including improperly admitted evidence or incorrect jury instructions.
- Ineffective Assistance of Counsel: When a defense attorney’s performance falls below reasonable standards and impacts the outcome.
- Violation of Constitutional Rights: If your Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, or Fourteenth Amendment rights were violated.
- Prosecutorial Misconduct: Inappropriate conduct by prosecutors, including withholding exculpatory evidence.
- Newly Discovered Evidence: Evidence that was not available during trial but could prove your innocence.
Each case is unique, and an experienced appellate lawyer can determine the strongest grounds for challenging your conviction.
Post-Conviction Relief (PCR)
Even if you have exhausted your direct appeals, you may still be eligible for Post-Conviction Relief (PCR) in New Jersey. PCR petitions allow defendants to raise issues such as ineffective assistance of counsel or newly discovered evidence that was not addressed on appeal.
Our firm has extensive experience filing successful PCR motions to correct injustices and open the door to new trials or dismissal of charges.
Do not Give Up. Fight Back.
If you or someone you love has been wrongly convicted, time is limited to act. Appeals and post-conviction relief petitions must be filed within strict deadlines.
Ziegler Law Group, LLC is ready to stand with you, fight for you, and help you seek the justice you deserve.
Contact us today for a confidential consultation. Let us start building the path to clear your name.