Grant Appeal Bond for My Son Raymarquise Steele

Recent signers:
Michelle Arriaga and 19 others have signed recently.

The Issue

My son, Raymarquise Steele, was recently convicted and sentenced to ten years in prison, with five years suspended. This conviction came as a shock to our family for many reasons, not least because Raymarquise has never had a criminal record before. Throughout the trial, we not only stood by him, knowing his character, but we also respected the judicial process, believing that justice and truth would prevail. However, we are now faced with a reality that is difficult to reconcile: the verdict seems unjust, especially in light of new evidence and discrepancies we've discovered in the witness testimonies presented against him.

Our family has rallied to gather more information, uncovering inconsistencies and potential errors that were not adequately addressed during the trial. We firmly believe that this new information could significantly alter the course of justice for Raymarquise. We've applied for an appeal and are fervently requesting a reconsideration for an appeal bond.

Securing this bond is crucial for several reasons. Firstly, it would allow Raymarquise to be with his family and offer him mental and emotional support, which is vital during this challenging time. Secondly, it provides us the opportunity to prepare more thoroughly for the appeal, ensuring that every piece of new evidence is meticulously scrutinized and presented for a fair hearing.

We are not seeking special treatment but rather a fair chance for our son to have his case revisited with fresh insights brought to light. It is our sincere hope that with your signatures and support, the judicial system will acknowledge our plea and issue an appeal bond for Raymarquise Steele. We need your help to ensure justice is served. Please sign this petition to add your voice to ours, calling for fairness and a chance to bring our son home while we fight for his justice.

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Recent signers:
Michelle Arriaga and 19 others have signed recently.

The Issue

My son, Raymarquise Steele, was recently convicted and sentenced to ten years in prison, with five years suspended. This conviction came as a shock to our family for many reasons, not least because Raymarquise has never had a criminal record before. Throughout the trial, we not only stood by him, knowing his character, but we also respected the judicial process, believing that justice and truth would prevail. However, we are now faced with a reality that is difficult to reconcile: the verdict seems unjust, especially in light of new evidence and discrepancies we've discovered in the witness testimonies presented against him.

Our family has rallied to gather more information, uncovering inconsistencies and potential errors that were not adequately addressed during the trial. We firmly believe that this new information could significantly alter the course of justice for Raymarquise. We've applied for an appeal and are fervently requesting a reconsideration for an appeal bond.

Securing this bond is crucial for several reasons. Firstly, it would allow Raymarquise to be with his family and offer him mental and emotional support, which is vital during this challenging time. Secondly, it provides us the opportunity to prepare more thoroughly for the appeal, ensuring that every piece of new evidence is meticulously scrutinized and presented for a fair hearing.

We are not seeking special treatment but rather a fair chance for our son to have his case revisited with fresh insights brought to light. It is our sincere hope that with your signatures and support, the judicial system will acknowledge our plea and issue an appeal bond for Raymarquise Steele. We need your help to ensure justice is served. Please sign this petition to add your voice to ours, calling for fairness and a chance to bring our son home while we fight for his justice.

The Decision Makers

Glenn Youngkin
Former Virginia Governor
Virginia House of Delegates
2 Members
C. Hayes
Virginia House of Delegates - District 91
Bonita Anthony
Virginia House of Delegates - District 92

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Petition created on September 9, 2025