Number of cases currently being investigated: 102 active investigations
Many wrongful conviction cases are decades old and require extensive investigation before we can be ready to go to court. Many witnesses are deceased, or evidence has been lost or destroyed, but we leave no stone unturned and continue the fight even in the most challenging circumstances.
Number of states represented in our work: 6 states
We represent people who have been wrongfully convicted of a crime they did not commit throughout the six New England states, including Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.
Total cases currently in court or soon to be in court: 18 cases
We have 18 cases currently being fought in court or expected to be in court soon. These cases required years of preparation, investigation, testing, research, and resources to be ready for court, and we’re excited that our clients will finally have their voices heard.
Parole hearing support and/or alternative paths to freedom: 8 cases
We fight for people on their journey to freedom through all available legal pathways. This includes providing support at parole hearings and in petitions for clemency, so our community members can come home to their loved ones as quickly as possible and begin the healing process.
Number of amicus briefs submitted: 7 briefs
Our legal team invests in year-round policy efforts that have the potential to effect change for entire communities. Whenever the Court makes a decision in an individual case, it sets a precedent that has the power to change the law for everyone. Over the past year, we’ve seen the significant impact of our amicus work, which allows us to use our knowledge and expertise to assist and advise the Court in these decisions, thereby helping to prevent future tragedies and create more pathways to freedom.
Open applications from people throughout New England: 387 open applications
We receive hundreds of letters and phone calls each year from people requesting help. Although we are unable to assist everyone who writes to us, we aim to review and respond to each and every inquiry. We are currently reviewing more than 387 applications, providing a broad view of the scope of this injustice and the significant need for resources and support so we can help more people across New England who are requesting assistance.
Additional Key Data Points: Growth & Reach, June 2024—2025
We continue to grow and build our community, despite the resistance we face, to bring innocent people home, support those impacted by incarceration, and amplify stories to create systemic change. Some of these additional key data points include:
462 New Supporters: Each and every supporter makes our work possible
4 New Staff Members: Building the infrastructure and capacity to realize our vision of ending wrongful convictions
64 Exonerees and Family Members Received Support: Empowering people impacted by long-term incarceration through the Exoneree Network
Over 45 Speaking Engagements and Events: Raising our voice to educate and advocate for changes to the system
