Dedicated to winning freedom for victims of wrongful conviction.

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Current Cases
July 19, 2023 A personal note from our director, John Hardin

Dear Proclaim Justice supporters,

It is with a heavy heart and also plenty of pride and optimism that I’m letting you know Proclaim…

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February 13, 2023 Can you help us turn $5 into $5,000 on Amplify Austin Day?

This year, we invite you to join us on March 1-2, 2023 for the biggest giving event in Central Texas, Amplify Austin Day! On Amplify Austin…

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February 8, 2023 Examining the Role of Race in Wrongful Convictions

The history of race and wrongful convictions is a long and complicated one, marked by systemic racism and biases within the criminal justice…

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January 19, 2023 How to Send Books to Someone in Prison

“Salvation is certainly among the reasons I read. Reading and writing have always pulled me out of the darkest experiences in my life….

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. We are based in Austin, TX, but we will consider cases throughout the United States.

Evidence subject to DNA testing is available in only 5-10% of criminal cases. We welcome those cases, but we also accept cases in which full reinvestigations are necessary. Unlike some other innocence groups, we will consider cases without any DNA component.

Once we decide to officially take a case, we fund the reinvestigation and secure representation for our clients.

Please click here to see our criteria for accepting cases and how to contact us if those criteria apply to you. In general, we will consider cases in which the person who is incarcerated is completely innocent and has no involvement in the crime, the case is not a self defense case, and the person is facing life in prison (20+ years) or the death penalty.

If these criteria fit, you can send us the details of your case here.

PJ is a non-profit organization funded through private contributions. It takes a tremendous amount of money to investigate these kinds of cases and we rely on the generosity of the private sector to keep us going. You may donate here.

Do you take cases all over the country?

Yes. We are based in Austin, TX, but we will consider cases throughout the United States.

“I’m happy to be part of the fight against the terrible injustice of wrongful conviction.”

Natalie Maines Recording artist and activist, Proclaim Justice board chair

“After my own experience, I feel compelled to help other victims of wrongful conviction.”

Jason Baldwin Co-Founder