Wrongful Conviction Resources for Illinois

Below is our comprehensive guide to wrongful conviction resources in Illinois. You’ll find information on legal aid organizations, advocacy groups, and support services dedicated to helping those impacted by wrongful convictions.

This page highlights Illinois resources to aid in seeking justice, navigating the legal system, and connecting with advocates committed to exoneration efforts. If you know of additional resources that could benefit this community, please contact us to share.

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Innocence Project of Illinois
www.innocenceproject.org

The Innocence Project works to exonerate wrongfully convicted individuals nationwide, including those in Illinois, through DNA testing and legal advocacy.

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Illinois Innocence Project
www.innocenceproject.org/illinois

The Illinois Innocence Project focuses on identifying and exonerating wrongfully convicted individuals in Illinois through investigations and legal support.

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The University of Chicago - Exoneration Project
www.law.uchicago.edu

The Exoneration Project at the University of Chicago Law School works to free innocent individuals wrongfully convicted in Illinois.

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Illinois Attorney General's Office - Conviction Integrity Unit
www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov

The Conviction Integrity Unit of the Illinois Attorney General's Office works to review and investigate claims of wrongful convictions in the state.

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Illinois Innocence Project - University of Illinois Springfield
www.illinoisinnocence.org

The Illinois Innocence Project at the University of Illinois Springfield works to exonerate innocent individuals in Illinois through investigative work and legal aid.

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Reinvestigation Project
www.reinvestigationproject.org

The Reinvestigation Project works on wrongful conviction cases in Illinois, focusing on providing investigative support and pursuing legal relief.

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National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
www.nacdl.org

The NACDL advocates for reform in the criminal justice system, including wrongful convictions, and provides resources for legal professionals in Illinois.

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ACLU of Illinois
www.aclu-il.org

The ACLU of Illinois works on various civil liberties issues, including fighting for wrongful conviction reform and offering legal support for those wrongfully convicted in Illinois.

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Chicago Tribune - Wrongful Conviction Stories
www.chicagotribune.com

The Chicago Tribune provides investigative journalism on wrongful convictions in Illinois, highlighting individual cases and ongoing reform efforts.

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Exoneration Project at UChicago
www.law.uchicago.edu

The Exoneration Project at the University of Chicago works with individuals wrongfully convicted in Illinois to secure their freedom through legal and investigative means.

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Causes and Effects of Wrongful Convictions

Eyewitness Misidentification

Evidence Type

Insufficient Counsel

Defense Quality

Forensic Errors

Evidence Reliability

Coerced False Confessions

Interrogation Outcome

Personal Aftereffects

Post-Conviction Effects

Advocacy & Legal Reform

Justice Improvement

Judicial Error

Trial Mistakes

Sentencing Discrepancy

Punishment Inequality

Systemic Bias

Institutional Prejudice

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