Clinton Young Foundation

08/24/2026

13+ YEARS IN PRISON. TWO 50-YEAR SENTENCES. AND A PROSECUTOR SECRETLY WORKING FOR THE JUDGE.

In 2012, Arturo Mendoza was convicted of DWI and evading arrest in Midland County, Texas. He received 50 years for each offense.

He has now spent more than 13 years behind bars.

But there is something the public—and Arturo—didn’t know.

The prosecutor on this case was also secretly being paid to work for Midland County judges on trial and post-conviction cases—including Arturo’s.

The prosecutor and the judge are supposed to have completely separate roles. One represents the State. The other must remain neutral and independent.

That line was crossed.

⚖️ The Clinton Young Foundation has filed a writ of habeas corpus challenging Arturo’s conviction based on this conflict.

His case is now before the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals—the highest criminal court in Texas—which will decide whether his conviction should be overturned.

For Arturo, that decision could change everything.🧡

Please share Arturo’s story and help us shine a light on the injustice in this case.

08/22/2026

💌 WRITE A PRISONER. MAKE SOMEONE’S DAY.

Some of our clients have spent decades in prison. Over the years, family members pass away, friendships fade, and support systems disappear. For some, getting a letter or message from someone on the outside can mean more than we realize. ❤️

We’re inviting our followers to take a few minutes and write one of our incarcerated clients. Tell them about your day, send some words of encouragement, introduce yourself, or simply remind them that someone out here is thinking about them.

✉️ You can write a traditional letter by mail or send a message electronically through Securus.

Not sure who to write or how to get started? DM us! We’ll send you the contact information and instructions you need.

A few minutes of your time. A few kind words. A reminder that they haven’t been forgotten. 💚

Who wants a pen pal? 💌

07/27/2026

New Message from Clinton! ✍️ ⚖️🧡

07/21/2026

Meet Charles Burt.

Clint asked us to share Charles’ story because, in his words, Charles is the epitome of change.

After spending the past 13 years in TDCJ—including 11 years in solitary confinement—Charles chose a different path. His story is one of accountability, growth, hope, and the incredible ability people have to change, even in the darkest circumstances.

Take a few minutes to read Charles’ blog. We think you’ll come away inspired. 🙏🏼

And if his story speaks to you, please leave him a few words of encouragement in the comments. Your support means more than you know. 🧡💪🏼

07/17/2026

CLINTON’S BIRTHDAY 🎉

July 19 is Clinton’s birthday.

Unfortunately, it will be another birthday spent behind prison bars, away from his family.

Anyone who knows Clinton knows he has never been one to make a big deal about his birthday. But this year, let’s make it a little bit more memorable. Let’s remind him that he is not alone! 💪🏼

As Clinton continues fighting his second wrongful conviction, knowing that people across the country—and around the world—are standing with him means more than words can express.

Here’s how you can help make his day a little brighter:
🎂 Leave Clinton a birthday message in the comments. We’ll make sure he sees them.
📢 Share this post so more people can send their support.
❤️ If you’re able, consider donating to his commissary or phone account. Every donation received through Sunday will go directly toward his phone and commissary funds, helping him stay connected with the people who love and support him.

No one should spend their birthday in prison for a crime they did not commit. Until Clinton is finally home, let’s remind him that he is surrounded by a community that hasn’t forgotten him.

Happy Birthday, Clinton. We’re still fighting with you—and we won’t stop.

📸 Courtesy of Clinton (pictured with his son)

07/14/2026

New message from Clinton! write ✍️ 📧

07/02/2026

On Monday, the US Supreme Court denied Roman’s petition, without explanation. This hits especially hard for Roman and all the lawyers, law students, volunteers, and others who have been working on this case and supporting Roman in the last 7 years. 💔

Please leave Roman some uplifting words in the comments. We are already working on our next step, because there is one thing we will never do: give up and let an innocent man spend the rest of his life in prison.

If you want to give Roman something extra this month, whether for his commissary or phone, please considering donating. It will all go to him. 🙏🏼

Thank you to everyone who has followed this story over the years, who has donated, who has written to Roman, who has come to Texas and worked on this case, and many others! This story isn’t over yet. 💪🏼⚖️

05/14/2026

NEW MESSAGE FROM CLINTON 📝

Greetings, now that I am out of seg, life presents various new obstacles. Overall, everything is much better. Thankfully, the person I share a cell with is clean, sensible, and lives a sober life. I am grateful that the TDCJ officials have not forced me to wait the amount of time they initially planned on before letting me out of seg. There is a couple guys that I recently met, that are on a similar path of self growth. I am excited about the potential of positive creations that can help others incarcerated.

My case is still slowly moving along. Thank you to all who continue to support justice.

I shall return soon,
take care and smile,
Love, Clinton ⚖️

05/13/2026

The State’s View of “Danger to Society”

The Texas Attorney General’s Office prosecuted former attorney Adam Hoffman for continuous s**ual assault of a child over a period of more than 3 years. According to reports, the State offered a plea agreement involving 30 days in jail. The judge ultimately rejected that recommendation and sentenced him to 60 days.

This is the SAME Attorney General’s Office that aggressively retried Clinton Young for capital murder after his conviction was overturned for prosecutorial misconduct — despite Clint having spent years out on bond successfully reintegrating into society, working, reconnecting with family, and staying out of trouble.

Two very different cases. Two very different approaches to punishment, risk assessment, and rehabilitation.

People can draw their own conclusions about which individual presents the greater risk of committing future crimes while free.

Hoffman pleaded guilty April 16 to indecent assault and displaying harmful materials to a minor, both Class A misdemeanors punishable by up to a year in jail.

04/27/2026

𝐂𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐎𝐍 𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐃 𝐅𝐑𝐎𝐌 𝐒𝐎𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐘! ⚖️ 💫
 
Finally! After spending a year and a half in solitary confinement, Clinton was finally released from his 8 by 12 foot cell and can now spend most of his days around other inmates.

Clinton is glad to be able to go outside, work out, and talk to and motivate others to live right and become successful in life after release. 💪🏼

It will be a couple more months before he is allowed contact visits with his son. 🧸

Thank you all for your support! 🧡🙏🏼