racial bias

Six Trials, One Unbroken Spirit: What Curtis Flowers’ Story Teaches Us About Criminal and Racial Justice Reform

Six Trials, One Unbroken Spirit: What Curtis Flowers’ Story Teaches Us About Criminal and Racial Justice Reform

As the innocence community mourns the loss of Curtis Flowers, his legacy reminds us that the fight for criminal and racial justice reform remains as urgent as ever.

Op-Ed 10.16.26 by Ashley Burrell

What Is Cognitive Bias and How Does It Contribute to Wrongful Conviction

What Is Cognitive Bias and How Does It Contribute to Wrongful Conviction

Everyday people and law enforcement professionals alike are vulnerable to cognitive biases.

08.19.21 by Vanessa Meterko

After Two-Week Hearing, Here’s What’s Next for Rodney Reed

After Two-Week Hearing, Here’s What’s Next for Rodney Reed

Rodney Reed’s hearing before a judge concluded on July 29, but his fight for justice isn’t over yet.

08.02.21 by Innocence Staff

8 Facts You Should Know About Racial Injustice in the Criminal Legal System

8 Facts You Should Know About Racial Injustice in the Criminal Legal System

Racial discrimination has been ingrained in the criminal legal system from its earliest days and persists today.

02.05.21 by Daniele Selby

“I’m an immigrant, I’m nothing”: Why An Innocent Woman Has Been in Prison for 18 Years

“I’m an immigrant, I’m nothing”: Why An Innocent Woman Has Been in Prison for 18 Years

Four judges have said Rosa Jimenez is likely innocent, yet she’s still in prison.

10.15.20 by Daniele Selby

Nine Years After the Execution of Troy Davis, Innocent Black Men Are Still Being Sentenced to Death

Nine Years After the Execution of Troy Davis, Innocent Black Men Are Still Being Sentenced to Death

Racial bias still plays a role in the use of the death penalty, which is disproportionately given to Black men.

09.21.20 by Daniele Selby

From Emmett Till to Pervis Payne — Black Men in America Are Still Killed for Crimes They Didn’t Commit

From Emmett Till to Pervis Payne — Black Men in America Are Still Killed for Crimes They Didn’t Commit

Innocence Project client Pervis Payne is scheduled to be executed on Dec. 3, in Tennessee.

07.25.20 by Daniele Selby

How to Support the Fight for Justice, Against Police Violence

How to Support the Fight for Justice, Against Police Violence

From protesting to donating to reading, there are many ways to show your support

06.01.20 by Innocence Staff

‘They Executed My Brother in Broad Daylight’: The Unjust Killing of George Floyd

‘They Executed My Brother in Broad Daylight’: The Unjust Killing of George Floyd

George Floyd was killed by a police officer in Minneapolis on Monday sparking protests across the country.

05.29.20 by Daniele Selby

Justice Delayed, Justice Denied: How the System Failed Ahmaud Arbery

Justice Delayed, Justice Denied: How the System Failed Ahmaud Arbery

The Innocence Project stands with Ahmaud Arbery, presumed guilty and robbed of his life in broad daylight.

05.13.20 by Daniele Selby

During Black History Month, Ledell Lee’s Family Pursues the Truth With Renewed Urgency

During Black History Month, Ledell Lee’s Family Pursues the Truth With Renewed Urgency

02.01.20 by Daniele Selby

Washington State Supreme Court Abolishes the Death Penalty

Washington State Supreme Court Abolishes the Death Penalty

10.11.18 by Innocence Staff