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.
Basketball Was His Escape During His Wrongful Conviction. Now, Norberto Peets Is Free At Last.
Before he was exonerated in May, Norberto Peets was wrongly incarcerated for 26 years for a Bronx shooting he did not commit.
Highlights
Morton Johnson Has Spent More Than Half His Life in Prison for a Crime New DNA Evidence Shows He Didn’t Commit
New DNA evidence supports what he’s always said: He didn’t commit the crime.
Who Is Marcellus Williams: Man Facing Execution in Missouri Despite DNA Evidence Supporting Innocence
DNA evidence not available at the time of Mr. Williams’ trial proves his innocence, but has not been considered in court.
West Memphis Three: What You Should Know About Their Wrongful Conviction
Convicted as teenagers, the West Memphis Three have been working to clear their names for 30 years and are seeking new DNA testing.
Why do wrongful convictions happen?
We’ve helped free more than 240 innocent people from prison.
Our Impact