Hayes is an utter mess (drug use, problems with the law, family disapproval, etc.) and a brilliant lawyer. She's somewhat of an anti- hero and it's intriguing to see her develop compassion and vulnerability with every episode. Yet, she remains objective on controversial issues; thus, allowing us - the viewers - to make up our own opinions. Plus, Hayes' relationship with each of the characters on the show is so unique and different from the rest. Friendships are developing. Love interests are showing up. And of course, Hayes and Jackson have a fantastic sibling relationship. Overall, Conviction is one of the best shows on air right now and I recommend whoever reads this review to watch it.

1) It is a female lead show. Not many of those on air. 2) Hayes is privileged, yet objective on controversial issues. Both are requirements for her job as head of the CIU. And although she is considered flawed and destructive and problematic, her objectiveness and vulnerability (which in my opinion originated in her privileged, yet overexposed childhood) redeem her. 3) The CIU is not a fictional unit. It exists in certain cities throughout the country. People should know about this fact. 4) The show brings diversity in many regards. And I for one love that Hayes is bi (and this fact was stated in a very casual, matter- of-factly way, as it should be). Plus Hayes and Maxine have developed a good friendship. And so have Tess and Frankie. 5) Tess has questioned her white privilege on multiple occasions. I think that makes her a fantastic role model. And we need more episodes to see that Matty actually forgave Tess (and that forgiveness is possible in such life-altering situations). 6) Frankie portrays that people can reform after a conviction. A prison sentence does not define a person. Human beings are multi- faceted, complex individuals who can change and improve. 7) And above all, the show brings up controversial issues that many people don't often think about or purposefully overlook because those issues don't affect their daily lives.

I just love this show.Finally a fresh new approach to justice, a show that actually is different and stands apart from the multitude of shows showing basically the same.The premise of the show itself is great, because it deals with the monster inside the closet. How the justice system condemns innocent people, just because not everyone can pay for six digits lawyers.Another thing done brilliantly in this show is the cast. How can we not relate to this cast!? The cast, each actor and actress, is fundamental to the success of this show. It's clear that each have their own secrets and things they aren't proud of. So each member of that team as to in a way, deal with their personal beliefs and ghosts.The potential is great but honestly I don't see this show having a long lifespan. Three to four seasons at most. The problem being that at a certain point, viewers are gonna get tired of seeing them handling situations where we already known from the very beginning that the person in jail is innocent. They might create scenarios where even after proved innocent, the person either prefers to keep the blame or doesn't have anything to go back to. Turning wins into losses. We're already seeing that.So... How long before we the viewers get tired of seeing the same situations over and over. I really hope they have a plan of expanding this show into other fields, or eventually the show won't be able to grab its viewers.For now the show still has a lot to show and do. So as long as it lasts I'll watch it.

I give this show 3 stars only because of Hailey... She's all right, all other are two-dimensional clichés... Action is too fast, dialogues cramped, and, of course, how can we forget, diversity, left-wing propaganda, pro-Islamist bullshit, and even cameo for Hillary... Pilot was watchable, episode 2 much less, and I switched episode 3 off in middle of lecture how Islam is religion of peace...Waste of time and money, if you ask me.And they canceled wonderful 'Agent Carter' for this??? I hope this abomination of series will be canceled soon, so Hayley Atwell can petition ABC for being Agent Carter Again...