Resources

1. Innocence Project

Website: https://innocenceproject.org
Description:
A national nonprofit organization dedicated to exonerating wrongfully convicted individuals through DNA testing and advocating for criminal justice reform. They offer resources on wrongful convictions, policy reform, and legal support.

2. Innocence Project of Texas

Website: https://innocencetexas.org
Description:
Focused on freeing innocent individuals in Texas, this nonprofit works on wrongful conviction cases, legislative advocacy, and public education regarding the flaws in the criminal justice system.

3. California Innocence Project

Website: https://californiainnocenceproject.org
Description:
A clinical program at California Western School of Law that investigates cases of factual innocence and works to free wrongfully convicted individuals in California.

4. The National Registry of Exonerations

Website: https://www.law.umich.edu/special/exoneration/Pages/about.aspx
Description:
A comprehensive database that tracks wrongful convictions across the United States, providing case details and statistics on exonerations. A valuable research tool for legal professionals and advocates.

5. Truth & Justice Podcast

Website: https://www.truthandjusticepod.com
Description:
An advocacy and investigative podcast that reinvestigates wrongful convictions. The project has a dedicated community that supports post-conviction investigations and case reviews.

6. The Sentencing Project

Website: https://www.sentencingproject.org
Description:
A nonprofit focused on reducing incarceration and addressing racial disparities in the justice system. They provide research, advocacy, and policy recommendations to create a fairer system.

7. Equal Justice Initiative (EJI)

Website: https://eji.org
Description:
Founded by Bryan Stevenson, EJI fights against wrongful convictions, racial injustice, and excessive punishment. They offer resources, legal assistance, and educational materials on criminal justice reform.

8. The Innocence Network

Website: https://innocencenetwork.org
Description:
An affiliation of organizations working to free the wrongfully convicted and prevent future injustices. They connect individuals with local innocence projects and legal support groups.

9. Fair and Just Prosecution (FJP)

Website: https://fairandjustprosecution.org
Description:
FJP brings together reform-minded prosecutors to promote fair and equitable approaches to criminal justice. They advocate for transparency, integrity, and reducing wrongful convictions.

10. The Appeal

Website: https://theappeal.org
Description:
An independent news organization that focuses on criminal justice issues. They provide investigative journalism, stories on wrongful convictions, and updates on criminal justice reform efforts.