Innocence Project New Orleans

Innocence Project New Orleans (IPNO) is a renowned non-profit law office that specializes in providing legal representation to individuals who have been wrongfully convicted in Louisiana and Mississippi. With a team of dedicated staff attorneys and investigators, as well as a network of student volunteers, IPNO takes on the toughest cases, working tirelessly to secure the release of innocent individuals who would otherwise spend their lives in prison. Their mission extends beyond client representation, as they actively advocate for systemic change to address the issues of mass incarceration, racial oppression, and overburdened institutions within the criminal justice system. As one of the oldest innocence organizations in the United States and a founding member of the Innocence Network, IPNO has built a national reputation for their success in exonerating individuals, even in cases where DNA evidence is not available. Through their rigorous investigative work, they have freed or exonerated 46 innocent people who collectively served over 1,132 years in prison. Additionally, IPNO launched the Unjust Punishment Project (UPP) in 2019, focusing on challenging disproportionately harsh sentences. Their commitment to justice and their unwavering support for their clients, both during and after their release, sets IPNO apart as a leading force in the fight against wrongful convictions.

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