Wrongful Conviction Resources for Iowa

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

This page highlights Iowa 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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Innocence Project of Iowa
www.innocenceproject.org

The Innocence Project works nationwide, including in Iowa, to exonerate wrongfully convicted individuals through DNA testing and legal advocacy.

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Iowa Innocence Project
www.iowaInnocenceProject.org

The Iowa Innocence Project works to prevent and rectify wrongful convictions in Iowa by providing legal representation and investigating cases.

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Innocence Network
www.innocencenetwork.org

The Innocence Network is a coalition of organizations, including the Iowa Innocence Project, dedicated to exonerating wrongfully convicted individuals.

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ACLU of Iowa
www.aclu-ia.org

The ACLU of Iowa advocates for criminal justice reform and works on behalf of wrongfully convicted individuals to ensure their rights are protected.

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Iowa Public Radio - Wrongful Convictions Coverage
www.iowapublicradio.org

Iowa Public Radio reports on wrongful conviction cases and criminal justice issues in Iowa, providing investigative journalism to raise awareness.

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National Prisoner Assistance Network
www.npaj.org

The National Prisoner Assistance Network helps wrongfully convicted individuals across the U.S., including in Iowa, by providing legal resources and support.

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Slate - Wrongful Conviction Cases in Iowa
www.slate.com/articles

Slate provides in-depth articles on wrongful conviction cases in Iowa, highlighting the stories of those who have been wrongfully imprisoned.

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Wrongful Conviction Project
www.wrongfulconvictionproject.org

The Wrongful Conviction Project provides legal assistance to those wrongfully convicted in Iowa and works to raise awareness about systemic flaws in the justice system.

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Institute for Justice
www.ij.org

The Institute for Justice works on wrongful conviction cases nationwide, including in Iowa, advocating for reforms and fighting for the exoneration of the wrongfully convicted.

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Equality and Justice Initiative - Iowa
www.equalityjustice.org

The Equality and Justice Initiative works in Iowa to address wrongful convictions and injustices in the criminal justice system by providing legal and advocacy support.

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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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