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HB 162: First Offender Updates & Resources
Posted On June 24, 2026 in Uncategorized, Featured, Legislative Updates, Policy and Research Papers

Effective July 1, 2026, Georgia’s updated First Offender law changes how First Offender records are sealed and provides new pathways for individuals seeking relief under the First Offender Act. These materials were developed to help attorneys, judges, prosecutors, clerks, service providers, and impacted individuals understand and implement changes to Georgia’s First Offender law. The resources below include educational materials, frequently asked questions, and model motions and orders designed to support consistent statewide implementation. Educational Materials Georgia Record Clearing Overview / … read more HB 162: First Offender Updates & Resources→

GJP’s Do It Yourself (Pro Se) Record Clearing Resources
Posted On April 7, 2026 in Uncategorized, Featured, Webinars

Georgia Justice Project (GJP) has created these resources to help individuals restrict and seal cases on their record on their own. You will find a video and template motion walking through the process for non-convictions and misdemeanor convictions. Disclaimer: Videos and template motions are provided for reference purposes only and do not create an attorney-client relationship with GJP. RESTRICTING AND SEALING A NON-CONVICTION Click below if you have a case that did not end in a conviction. This is for … read more GJP’s Do It Yourself (Pro Se) Record Clearing Resources→

Grass Roots Justice Awards 2026
Posted On April 2, 2026 in News, Featured, Uncategorized, Events

🔊 Listen to Post Join us for the 2026 Grass Roots Justice Awards as we celebrate 40 years of impact and look ahead to the future of our work. This milestone evening will honor our Sheandra Clark Volunteer of the Year Award recipients – Tomikca Jackson, Christopher J. Fickes, and Valeria Cometto of Delta Air Lines, and recognize the community partners who help make our work possible. The program will feature powerful client stories and an update on our Catalyst … read more Grass Roots Justice Awards 2026→

GJP’s 2026 Legislative Kickoff – Watch the Replay
Posted On January 5, 2026 in Uncategorized, Events, News, Featured, Legislative Updates, Webinars

🔊 Listen to Post Thank you to everyone who joined Georgia Justice Project’s 2026 Legislative Kickoff! This virtual event brought together community members, partners, and advocates to outline our legislative priorities and share how GJP’s policy efforts continue to push for fairer, smarter justice solutions across the state. Missed it? You can watch the full recording on our YouTube channel What We Covered: During the Legislative Kickoff, GJP provided an overview of key legislation we are advocating for in the … read more GJP’s 2026 Legislative Kickoff – Watch the Replay→

Holiday Joy Made Possible by You: 2025 Holiday Event Recap
Posted On January 5, 2026 in Events, News, Featured, Uncategorized

🔊 Listen to Post Our annual Holiday Celebration was a joyful reflection of what’s possible when community comes together in service of dignity and care. Thanks to the generosity of our supporters and donors, we were able to provide toys, essential supplies, and a warm holiday experience for the families we serve. We’re deeply grateful to our volunteer partners at Georgia-Pacific, It’s A Wrap Catering, and Trinity Presbyterian Church, as well as to our dedicated Social Services team, whose year-round … read more Holiday Joy Made Possible by You: 2025 Holiday Event Recap→

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