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Expungement Bill Filed! Support HB334!
Posted On February 10, 2023 in Featured, Blog, Policy and Research Papers

We write with exciting news – HB334 has been filed in the Georgia House of Representatives! Rep. Tyler Paul Smith, the Chairman of the House Judiciary Non-Civil Committee, authored the bill. We are happy to work with Chairman Smith on this piece of legislation that will make expungement work better for more people. We will keep you informed when the bill is scheduled for a hearing. Until then, read below to hear more about why expungement reform will benefit all … read more Expungement Bill Filed! Support HB334!→

Welcoming New Staff at GJP!
Posted On February 9, 2023 in Uncategorized, Featured, Blog

GJP is growing! This year, we are excited to welcome several new staff members who will help GJP expand our capacity to lower the number of Georgians under correctional control and reduce barriers to reentry. Learn more about them and our work below.  Alicia Gutierrez, Corporate Programs Manager  Work/Education Background I went to Georgia State University where I got my bachelor’s degree in business administration and my master’s degree in public administration and Criminal Justice. I spent the last 4 … read more Welcoming New Staff at GJP!→

Pursuing Occupational Licensing Reform in Georgia
Posted On January 23, 2023 in Featured, Blog, Policy and Research Papers

At Georgia Justice Project, we believe someone’s past should not prevent them from pursuing their career goals and serving their community. This year at the Capitol, we are pursuing occupational licensing reform to ensure fair access to licensed work for people with criminal records.  Occupational licensing refers to professions that require a state license or clearance to work. The 4.5 million people with a Georgia criminal record often find themselves limited, deterred, or rejected from these jobs due to their … read more Pursuing Occupational Licensing Reform in Georgia→

GJP’s New Legal Intern – Samuel Robertson
Posted On January 18, 2023 in Intern Stories, Featured, Blog

This semester, GJP is excited to welcome a new legal intern to our team. Read on to learn more about Samuel Robertson, and why he has chosen to join us for the next few months! Though Sam grew up in North Carolina and spent much of his early post-graduate career in Los Angeles, he is currently attending the Georgia State University College of Law. This spring, he will be working alongside GJP’s Criminal Defense team under the supervision of our … read more GJP’s New Legal Intern – Samuel Robertson→

State Affairs Article on Probation in Georgia
Posted On January 4, 2023 in Featured, Blog

“Our core principle is that having a conviction shouldn’t be a lifetime sentence. It shouldn’t be a perpetual punishment.” – GJP’s Doug Ammar. Check out this article from State Affairs on Georgia’s probation system as well as reform efforts, including SB 105 – Georgia’s early termination of probation law, championed by GJP. Thank you State Affairs GA and Jill Sieder for highlighting these issues! https://stateaffairs.com/georgia/georgias-punishing-probation-system-balancing-public-safety-with-giving-people-a-second-chance/  

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