Restorative Justice, Wrongful Conviction, & Indigent Defense

The faith community can partner with the Texas Criminal Justice system to work toward prevention, provide aftercare, and tackle recidivism.

Indigent Defense

It is imperative for the court system to deal humanely with those who are convicted of crimes in Texas. The state has historically fallen behind the rest of the nation in investments toward providing just representation for those who are accused of crimes and unable to afford legal representation.

Indigent Defense Bills

Op-ed on Harris County Public Defender

Restorative Justice

Restorative justice seeks to repair the damage and bring healing to all involved, including the victim, the offender, the families, and the community. Many faith communities provide care and services to ex-offenders, creating a bridge back into society. 

Adult Re-entry

Juvenile Re-entry

Resources for Faith-Based Re-entry Providers

Wrongful Conviction

The issue of wrongful conviction is an important part of the criminal justice discussion. Advocates seek to discover what causes it, solve systemic problems that contribute to the issue, and to redress the wrongful convictions that have already occurred in Texas.

Timothy Cole Advisory Panel

Innocence Project of Texas

Dallas DA Conviction Integrity Unit