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Innocence & Justice Louisiana - formerly IPNO

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IPNO frees innocent people sentenced to life in prison and those serving unjust sentences.

Innocence & Justice Louisiana frees innocent people sentenced to life in prison and those serving unjust sentences. We recognize the root causes of wrongful convictions and unjust sentences as systemic racism and inequities. We work to expose and address these root causes by sharing our clients’ stories in court, the legislature, the community and the media. We support our clients living well and fully in the world after their release.

10/27/2026

Wondering how someone becomes an IJLA client?

Each year, Innocence & Justice Louisiana receives hundreds of requests for legal help from people seeking relief from wrongful convictions and excessive sentences. Every case begins with an application and a careful review process.

In this carousel, we're breaking down how to apply, who may be eligible for representation, and what applicants can expect after submitting their information.

To learn more about our eligibility criteria or application process, visit: https://justicelouisiana.org/get-help/

10/24/2026

A life without parole sentence is a sentence to die by incarceration. This means no chance for release, no matter how much time a person has served, or work they have done to change and grow, or how old or sick a they are.

In Louisiana, thousands of people are serving life without parole--more per capita than any other state.

Today National Life Without Parole Awareness Day, we're sharing facts and faces of the life sentence, so you can see what it really looks like.

Swipe through to learn more, save this post, and join the conversation.

10/23/2026

At IJLA, we know that maintaining family connections is critical for people impacted by incarceration.

That's why we're proud to support Nola to Angola, an annual fundraising bike ride that raises awareness and funds for organizations working to reduce the harms of incarceration and strengthen community connections for people in prison.

This year the ride supports Cornerstone Builders' Bus Project, which provides free monthly transportation from New Orleans and Shreveport for families visiting incarcerated loved ones in Louisiana prisons. These visits can be a lifeline, yet distance and transportation costs often make them difficult or impossible.

Our Client Advocate, Leora Greene, is participating in the ride and raising funds to support this important work. Through her work with currently and formerly incarcerated Louisianans, she has seen firsthand how meaningful family connections can be and why access to visitation matters.

Please join us in supporting Leora and the mission of NOLA to Angola as they help keep families connected.
Donate here: https://www.mightycause.com/story/rmrphg

10/22/2026

Recently, LSU's Wrongful Conviction Clinic appeared in Lincoln Parish to argue a motion for seeking DNA testing of evidence in a 20-year-old conviction. And we won!

Third-year law student Matt Packard played an active role in the proceedings, working alongside IJLA clinic supervisors as part of the Clinic's ongoing efforts to investigate claims of wrongful conviction through DNA testing.

We are proud to partner with the LSU Wrongful Conviction Clinic and LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center to provide students with meaningful courtroom experience all over the state while working to free our clients.

10/22/2026

10/21/2026

Congratulations to Henry James on 15 years of freedom! We are fortunate to see Mr. Henry frequently at the office. Recently he told us what his freedom has meant to him.

For 15 years, Henry James has embraced the opportunities that freedom makes possible.

“Being free, able and thanking God.”

As he celebrates 15 years since his exoneration, Henry reminds us to “feel the little joy” and to remember that “kindness is free.”

Today, we celebrate Henry's perseverance, hope, and the life he has built over the past 15 years. Here's to 15 years of freedom and many more to come.

10/21/2026

Today would have been Emily Loubiere's 34th birthday. Emily believed deeply in the power of compassion and investing in people. We are honored to host the Emily Loubiere Social Work Fellowship in her memory, sustaining her legacy by supporting the next generation of social workers committed to supporting people who have returned from prison.

Emily passed away in December of 2025. As we mark this first birthday since her passing, her family has asked that we invite you to carry her legacy forward by donating to the Fellowship, so that it is supported for years to come. You can make a donation here: https://justicelouisiana.org/engage/work-with-us/emily-loubiere-fellowship/

10/20/2026

Early voting starts today, Louisiana, and Cedric Dent says, "Geaux Vote!"

Cedric could not vote for the nearly-25 years he was wrongfully in prison and is now an avid voter. Voting may be a right, but being able to vote is a privilege. Use it!

Check your voting location and review what's on your ballot at www.geauxvote.com

10/19/2026

We're excited to welcome former Governor John Bel Edwards to the Innocence & Justice Louisiana Board of Directors.

In his eight years in office, Governor Edwards prioritized shrinking our prison population safely, keeping children out of adult prisons, and spoke out publicly against the death penalty. He built bridges across political divides to address our state's budget deficit, expanded Medicaid coverage, and led the state through hurricanes, flooding, and a pandemic. We are grateful that he will lend his leadership and vision to guiding our organization as we continue to fight for people in Louisiana's prisons who should not be there.

10/15/2026

This week, Innocence & Justice Louisiana was in court in St. John the Baptist Parish fighting to overturn the wrongful conviction of Maurio Alexis.

Mr. Alexis has spent more than 30 years in prison for a murder he did not commit. After years of investigation and litigation, we are arguing that new evidence shows that the prosecution failed to disclose information that key witnesses had motives to provide false testimony. In a case that relied on the testimony of four teenage witnesses, every living witness has recanted and said they were coerced into accusing Mr. Alexis. No physical evidence ties him to crime.

This hearing represents the culmination of years of work by our legal team, and is an important step toward seeking freedom for Mr. Alexis. We will finish the hearing next month, and hope for a ruling before the end of the year.

Please keep Mr. Alexis and his loved ones in your thoughts as these proceedings continue.

Address

4051 Ulloa Street
New Orleans, LA
70119

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

https://justicelouisiana.org/

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