We work to free the innocent, prevent wrongful convictions, and create fair, compassionate, and equitable systems of justice for everyone.
We work to free the innocent, prevent wrongful convictions, and create fair, compassionate, and equitable systems of justice for everyone.
Texas Trial Court Recommends Melissa Lucio’s Conviction and Death Sentence Be Overturned
Attorneys for Ms. Lucio issued a statement in response to Judge Arturo Nelson’s recommendations.
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I Wanted to Have Another Baby. 17 Years of Wrongful Conviction Made That Virtually Impossible.
At the age of 39, I wanted to have another baby but I soon realized that the lack of a comprehensive record of my health and quality care were major barriers in that pursuit.
We're Nominated for a Webby Award — Help Us Win!
The Webby Award is a prestigious recognition that honors excellence on the internet. Vote for Innocence Project by April 18 to help us win first place.
“There’s No Other Place Like It On The Planet”: The Innocence Network Conference Shines Through New Orleans
Over 1,200 people, including 400 freed and exonerated people, their families, and teams, were united at the 2024 Innocence Network Conference in New Orleans.
Toforest Johnson Is Facing Execution After A Witness Was Paid To Testify Against Him. Here’s How You Can Help Him Get a New Trial.
Even though the prosecutor who put Mr. Johnson on death row is calling for a new trial, Alabama continues to seek his execution.
Rosa Jimenez Exonerated and in Need of a Life-Saving Kidney
Rosa is just 41, endured nearly 20 years wrongly incarcerated, and desperately needs a live donor so she can get a kidney transplant.
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