Wrongful Conviction Resources for North Carolina

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

This page highlights North Carolina 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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North Carolina Innocence Inquiry Commission
innocenceproject.org/north-carolina

State agency that investigates and determines credible claims of innocence in North Carolina.

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North Carolina Innocence Project at UNC School of Law
law.unc.edu

Legal program providing resources and representation for wrongfully convicted individuals in North Carolina.

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UNC School of Government - Wrongful Convictions
nccriminallaw.sog.unc.edu

Provides educational resources and information on wrongful convictions and criminal law in North Carolina.

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North Carolina Coalition for Alternatives to the Death Penalty (NCCADP)
nccadp.org

Advocates against wrongful convictions leading to death sentences and promotes criminal justice reform.

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Carolina Justice Policy Center
carolinajustice.org

Works on criminal justice reform in North Carolina, with efforts to prevent and address wrongful convictions.

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ACLU of North Carolina
acluofnorthcarolina.org

Advocates for criminal justice reform and provides legal support for those facing wrongful convictions in North Carolina.

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North Carolina Justice Center
justice4all.org

Promotes fair justice practices in North Carolina and addresses issues surrounding wrongful convictions.

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Second Chances NC
secondchances.org

Provides support and advocacy for wrongfully convicted individuals seeking to rebuild their lives in North Carolina.

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Families Against Mandatory Minimums (FAMM) - North Carolina
famm.org

National organization fighting unjust sentencing laws that may contribute to wrongful convictions in North Carolina.

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The Forgiveness Project - North Carolina
forgivenessproject.org

Focuses on restorative justice and supports wrongfully convicted individuals in their journey to healing and freedom.

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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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