JT first came to GJP last year for help. A 17-year-old teen already caught in the revolving door of crime and poverty, he was motivated but struggling to stay on his track toward a better future. JT had a precarious … Continue reading
Georgia recently passed two bills that significantly expand criminal record clearing options for individuals who were convicted – SB 288 and SB 435. GJP took the lead in advocating for and drafting SB 288, which became effective January 1, 2021, … Continue reading
Use this form below to sign up for a future “First Fridays” Criminal Records Presentations. These information sessions are intended to answer your questions about what you can get off your record and how to make it happen. It is … Continue reading
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 … Continue reading
Complete the form below to purchase a recording of GJP’s Criminal Records CLE, recorded on September 30, 2020. Upon purchase, you will receive an e-mail from Molly@GJP.org with a link to view the recording and instructions on submitting you CLE … Continue reading
Criminal Records CLEDate & Time: April 1, 2020 / 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.Location: Balch & Bingham, 30 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd., NW, Atlanta 30308Lunch providedCost: $10 – includes 2 hours CLE credit and GJP’s comprehensive manual, “A Guide to … Continue reading
Join GJP for our next Criminal Records CLE for attorneys, and learn more about record restriction in Georgia as well as barriers to employment, housing, and other opportunities caused by a criminal record. Upcoming Criminal Records CLE Thursday, Nov. 14, … Continue reading