Georgia Innocence Project

July 19th marked Dennis Perry’s 4th Freedom Anniversary! Exonerated in 2021, Dennis lost 21 years to a wrongful conviction for a double murder he didn't commit. Join us in celebrating Dennis' freedom anniversary! Learn more here: georgiainnocenceproject.org/freed-client/d…

On July 1st, several new laws took effect in Georgia, including the Wrongful Conviction and Incarceration Compensation Act. Check out the latest coverage from @WPGAnews for what this new law means going forward: wpganews.com/2025/07/02/geo…

This July, we’re celebrating the first anniversary of the Calvin C. Johnson, Jr. Memorial Fund! Help honor Calvin’s legacy by supporting those rebuilding their lives after wrongful convictions through a gift to Fund this summer: georgiainnocenceproject.org/act/donate

What does 24 years mean to you? In our latest blog, Hayley, a spring 2025 intern, reflects on this and what it reveals about justice, time, and the urgency of our mission. Read her perspective here: georgiainnocenceproject.org/general/reflec…

Yesterday marked the 26th anniversary of Calvin Johnson's freedom! On June 15, 1999, Calvin was released from prison after 16 years of wrongful incarceration. Full of his spirit, this photo is from Wrongful Conviction Day 2017. Join us in celebrating Calvin's freedom anniversary!

Since our founding, we have relied on the contributions of dedicated interns whose knowledge, energy, and commitment continue to play a vital role in advancing our mission. Read about Ellie’s internship experience in our latest blog: georgiainnocenceproject.org/general/intern…

Official misconduct played a role in Lee, Terry, and Joey's exonerations - and in more than 70% of exonerations nationwide over the last five years. ajc.com/news/2025/06/c…

Help Sonny Bharadia rebuild his life after losing over 22 years to wrongful conviction and imprisonment. Though his future is bright and he is working hard to set himself up for success after exoneration, there's still a long road ahead! gofundme.com/f/sonny-bharad…

“I feel like all those who get their cases back in court and get exonerated, they got something to live for now.” - Terry Talley, GA exoneree. Learn more about GA's new compensation law for the wrongfully convicted in the latest coverage by the @ajc: ajc.com/politics/2025/…

To learn more about Ray's case, visit: georgiainnocenceproject.org/freed-client/r…

Today marks Ray White’s first Freedom Anniversary! On May 22, 2024, after 25 years of wrongful incarceration and 3 years under restrictive parole conditions, Ray was finally able put his wrongful conviction behind him. We are so happy to celebrate a year of your freedom, Ray!

Join us in wishing Johnny Gates a Happy 5th Freedom Anniversary today! Johnny was exonerated in 2020, after more than 43 years in prison (over half of them on death row) tirelessly fighting for his freedom. Want to learn more about Johnny's case? Visit: georgiainnocenceproject.org/freed-client/j…

The Wrongful Conviction and Incarceration Compensation Act is officially Law! This is a landmark moment for justice in Georgia. Learn more about this new law, who helped make it possible, and more here: georgiainnocenceproject.org/general/wrongf…

(3 of 3) Together, with your spring gift, we will continue to fight wrongful convictions in court, help reunite families, and assist more people like Joey in gaining the freedom they deserve. Click the link to donate today: georgiainnocenceproject.org/act/donate/

(2 of 3) Standing with his mom and dad this spring outside his business, Watkins Auto Center, Joey knows firsthand how no one should have to start over from scratch after losing so much. ...

(1 of 3) When Joey Watkins thinks about the people who helped him walk free after 22 years of wrongful incarceration, his words are simple but powerful: "I just want to say thank you. Because without that support, I wouldn’t be a free man.” ...

Together, with your spring gift, we will continue to fight wrongful convictions in court, help reunite families, and assist more people like Joey in gaining the freedom they deserve. Click the link to donate today: georgiainnocenceproject.org/act/donate/

(2 of 3) Standing with his mom and dad this spring outside his business, Watkins Auto Center, Joey knows firsthand how no one should have to start over from scratch after losing so much. ...

The Wrongful Conviction and Incarceration Compensation Act (Part 2 of Senate Bill 244) is just days away from becoming law. Read the latest article by @11AliveNews to learn more or watch live tonight at 6pm and 11pm. 11alive.com/article/news/i…

You can help pass compensation law. Learn more about the Wrongful Conviction and Incarceration Compensation Act in the latest coverage by @11AliveNews: 11alive.com/video/news/loc…