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2020 Summer Intern Reflection – Darrin “DJ” Sims
Posted On August 28, 2020 in Intern Stories

My internship at Georgia Justice Project has been one of the most transformative experiences of my life.  This is in part because of the current pandemic and the global racial unrest that is currently happening. But I think it’s more about how I have explored justice organizations relationships to communities in this moment. By trade I’m not just a student, but I’m also a theologian and historian and that places me in the unique position to see how people’s faith … read more 2020 Summer Intern Reflection – Darrin “DJ” Sims→

2020 Summer Intern Reflection – Shree Chudasama
Posted On August 28, 2020 in Intern Stories

I initially interacted with the Georgia Justice Project in a huge and crowded hall with over a thousand students milling around. Amidst the low buzz of chaos, the attorneys interviewing me were warm and friendly, provided succinct overviews of Georgia law affecting criminal records and child support debt (while taking my own surprise in stride), and made time for my own questions. This attitude of brilliance and kindness permeated throughout the organization. Being a part of GJP’s first remote intern … read more 2020 Summer Intern Reflection – Shree Chudasama→

Off Paper? You Can Vote! FAQs: Voting with a Criminal Record in Georgia
Posted On August 20, 2020 in News

Georgia Justice Project (GJP) has been committed to reentry for over 30 years, and voting is an integral part of the reentry process. As we head into election season, we are providing public education around the state regarding criminal records and voting rights because there is much confusion regarding who is eligible to vote in Georgia. In Georgia, you do NOT lose your right to vote forever when you are convicted of a felony and you do NOT have to apply for … read more Off Paper? You Can Vote! FAQs: Voting with a Criminal Record in Georgia→

We Did It! Fast Facts About Georgia’s New Expungement Law
Posted On August 12, 2020 in News, Featured

For over a decade, Georgia Justice Project (GJP) has worked to expand record restriction (commonly known as “expungement”) in Georgia. We successfully advocated for several changes in the law since 2013, but a comprehensive solution for convictions was elusive. But those efforts culminated last week when Governor Brian Kemp signed a “second chance” bill – SB 288 – into law! This law allows more Georgians to restrict and seal records of certain convictions from their criminal history. So what will … read more We Did It! Fast Facts About Georgia’s New Expungement Law→

Governor Kemp Signs Bipartisan Second Chance Bill
Posted On August 12, 2020 in Uncategorized, News, Featured

ATLANTA, August 6th, 2020 – Governor Kemp has signed legislation that will provide a process for rehabilitated Georgians to move beyond their criminal history by restricting and sealing certain conviction records – a process most states call expungement.  SB 288 benefits not only the individuals who have demonstrated they are rehabilitated yet continue to face barriers to economic self-sufficiency and stability, but also protects employers from liability and ensures they can hire the candidate most qualified for the job.  Due … read more Governor Kemp Signs Bipartisan Second Chance Bill→

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