Topic: Litigation

The U.S. Supreme Court Rules 6-3 in Favor of Rodney Reed

The U.S. Supreme Court Rules 6-3 in Favor of Rodney Reed

The court ruled that Mr. Reed’s challenge to Texas' post-conviction DNA testing statute was filed on time.

04.19.23 by Innocence Staff

Jessica Rawlins Smith Joins Innocence Project as Chief Development Officer

Jessica Rawlins Smith Joins Innocence Project as Chief Development Officer

04.04.23 by Innocence Staff

8 Facts About Sandra Hemme’s Case You Need to Know

8 Facts About Sandra Hemme’s Case You Need to Know

Sandra Hemme has been wrongfully incarcerated for the last 42 years.

03.27.23 by Innocence Staff

Ian Schweitzer Exonerated of Murder After 25 Years in Hawaii

Ian Schweitzer Exonerated of Murder After 25 Years in Hawaii

New DNA evidence identifies one unknown male perpetrator, proving Mr. Schweitzer and his co-defendants’ innocence.

01.24.23 by Innocence Staff

Darrill Henry Exonerated in New Orleans Double Murder Following Decades-Long Fight

Darrill Henry Exonerated in New Orleans Double Murder Following Decades-Long Fight

The case was dropped after DNA established that Mr. Henry was wrongly convicted based on erroneous eyewitness testimony.

01.20.23 by Innocence Staff