Our Work

The Innocence Project works to free the innocent, prevent wrongful convictions, and create fair, compassionate, and equitable systems of justice for everyone. Our work is guided by science and grounded in anti-racism.

Restoring
Freedom

We use DNA and other scientific advancements to prove innocence, and we are committed to helping each person we represent rebuild their life post-release.

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Transforming Systems

We work to transform the inequities and failings that lead to wrongful convictions, alongside policymakers, supporters, and partner organizations.

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200+

state and federal laws passed

50

states that allow experts to testify about eyewitness identification

1.2M

advocates who have joined us to create policy change

Advancing the Movement

Together with innocence organizations and advocates around the world, we fight to strengthen the innocence movement.

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Explore the Numbers

Take a look at the data behind our cases — including the demographics of our clients and the factors that have contributed to their wrongful convictions — along with the lessons we’ve learned over the years.

Sign a Petition

Join us in our urgent fight to free wrongfully individuals and advance criminal justice reform by signing petitions, calling policymakers, and more. Your voice is critical in driving necessary change.