Wrongful Conviction Resources for New Jersey

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

This page highlights New Jersey 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
www.innocenceproject.org

National organization focused on exonerating wrongfully convicted individuals, including cases in New Jersey.

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ACLU of New Jersey
www.aclu-nj.org

Provides legal support for wrongful conviction cases in New Jersey, advocating for criminal justice reform and civil liberties.

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University of Michigan Law School - Exoneration Project
www.law.umich.edu

Legal clinic at the University of Michigan that works on wrongful conviction cases across the U.S., including those in New Jersey.

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Justice Action Center
www.jac.org

Advocates for the reform of criminal justice systems to prevent wrongful convictions, including efforts in New Jersey.

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NJ.com - Wrongful Convictions
www.nj.com

Provides investigative news coverage on wrongful convictions in New Jersey, featuring local cases and legal reform efforts.

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Prisoners' Rights Clearinghouse
www.clearinghouse.net

Supports prisoners wrongfully convicted in New Jersey by advocating for justice and providing resources to those fighting for exoneration.

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American Bar Association - Criminal Justice Section
www.americanbar.org

Provides a wealth of resources on criminal justice, including wrongful convictions, and supports reform efforts in New Jersey.

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False Allegations Support Group
www.falseallegations.org

Provides support for individuals wrongfully convicted in New Jersey due to false allegations, offering resources for legal help and advocacy.

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New Jersey Coalition for Criminal Justice
www.nyc.gov

Advocates for those wrongfully convicted in New Jersey, with a focus on raising awareness and pushing for legal reform in the state's justice system.

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New Jersey Office of the Attorney General
www.nj.gov/oag

Offers resources and updates related to wrongful conviction cases in New Jersey, including mechanisms for post-conviction relief.

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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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