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Second Chances

Advocating for second look laws, compassionate release, and clemency so people can earn their way home.

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Clemency and Compassionate Release: Resources by State

Below you’ll find information about clemency and compassionate release specific to your state, including each state’s compassionate release laws and FAMM’s report card for each state.

Compassionate Release Laws By State:

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

FAMM State Report Cards on Compassionate Release Policies:

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

Clemency Laws By State:

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