The Tennessee Innocence Project

The Tennessee Innocence Project Investigating and litigating claims of actual innocence in Tennessee.

06/16/2026

Thinking about a career in wrongful conviction litigation?

In this installment of our So You Want to Be an Innocence Lawyer series, Staff Attorney Madison Lowery shares her journey into wrongful conviction litigation, the experiences that shaped her career, and advice for future advocates.

Watch the reel to hear her perspective on pursuing justice through innocence work!

Every Tennessee Innocence Project t-shirt, sweatshirt, tote and water bottle helps advance our mission to free innocent ...
06/09/2026

Every Tennessee Innocence Project t-shirt, sweatshirt, tote and water bottle helps advance our mission to free innocent people, support exonerees after release, and educate Tennesseans about wrongful convictions.

Supplies are limited, so grab your favorites while they're available. Link in bio.

Throughout the month of June, we're taking time to celebrate the staff members who make the Tennessee Innocence Project'...
06/04/2026

Throughout the month of June, we're taking time to celebrate the staff members who make the Tennessee Innocence Project's work possible.

Every week, our attorneys and legal clerks review wrongful conviction claims, investigate cases, analyze evidence, and advocate tirelessly for people seeking justice.

Their expertise, persistence, and compassion help make freedom possible.

Join us in thanking our legal team for their dedication to the innocent and wrongfully convicted.

Photo Credit: Jennifer Watkins

Wrongful convictions steal years of life, but awareness can help restore justice.Subscribe to the Tennessee Innocence Pr...
05/27/2026

Wrongful convictions steal years of life, but awareness can help restore justice.

Subscribe to the Tennessee Innocence Project newsletter at www.tninnocence.org/subscribe for case updates, upcoming events, and ways to support the fight for the innocent.

We were honored to be a part of an incredible evening celebrating our local donors on Wednesday at ! Many thanks to ever...
05/22/2026

We were honored to be a part of an incredible evening celebrating our local donors on Wednesday at ! Many thanks to everyone who joined us to celebrate the work of the Tennessee Innocence Project and the community that makes this mission possible.

One of the most meaningful parts of the evening was having many of our exonerees in attendance. Our supporters had the opportunity to meet and connect with the men and women we serve, witnessing firsthand the impact of freedom after decades of wrongful incarceration.

To our donors, advocates, volunteers, and friends: thank you for standing with us in the fight to free the innocent. Your support makes this work possible, and we are honored to do it alongside you!

05/20/2026

Tennessee is moving forward with the ex*****on of Tony Carruthers even though key DNA evidence in the case has never been tested.

"Before the state takes a life, they should be required to answer a simple, foundational question: Did they get the right person? In this case, Tennessee is refusing to find out. Regardless of where you land on the death penalty, that should stop you in your tracks."

Read the full article here: https://www.tennessean.com/story/opinion/contributors/2026/05/20/tony-carruthers-ex*****on-dna-evidence-death-penalty/90167359007/

Did you know that the Tennessee Innocence Project sends monthly update emails to its mailing list of supporters?By signi...
05/19/2026

Did you know that the Tennessee Innocence Project sends monthly update emails to its mailing list of supporters?

By signing up for our free community newsletter, you’ll stay informed about the fight to free the innocent, policy updates, client stories, events, and ways you can help make a difference across Tennessee.

Sign up today at www.tninnocence.org/subscribe or by clicking the link in bio!

Why are re-entry services so important for exonerees?At the Tennessee Innocence Project, we fight to free people who wer...
05/15/2026

Why are re-entry services so important for exonerees?

At the Tennessee Innocence Project, we fight to free people who were wrongfully convicted. But our exonerees and released clients have spent decades incarcerated for crimes they did not commit, averaging nearly 27 years behind bars.

After that much time, returning home can feel overwhelming. Technology and workplaces have changed. Even everyday tasks like getting a driver’s license, applying for jobs, or accessing healthcare can become major obstacles.

Many exonerees also leave prison carrying deep emotional and physical trauma from years of incarceration. Some need immediate medical care, stable housing, counseling, or financial support just to begin rebuilding their lives with dignity.

That is why re-entry services matter. People who have lost decades to a wrongful conviction deserve the opportunity to build a future after so much has been taken from them.



Photo Credit: Jennifer Watkins, Lyra Photography

Throughout the month of on social media, we will be spotlighting our re-entry services, which are life-giving to clien...
05/12/2026

Throughout the month of on social media, we will be spotlighting our re-entry services, which are life-giving to clients who are learning to live life in the free world post-release.

For people who have been wrongfully convicted, being exonerated is only the first step. After decades in prison, many innocent people are starting over from scratch. Finding housing, getting a job, accessing healthcare, and rebuilding relationships can feel overwhelming.

At the Tennessee Innocence Project, we help exonerees navigate these challenges so they can build stable, independent lives.

Follow along this month as we share more about this work and why it’s so important!

Today we remember Claude Garrett on the 4th anniversary of his exoneration.Claude spent 30 years wrongfully imprisoned a...
05/10/2026

Today we remember Claude Garrett on the 4th anniversary of his exoneration.

Claude spent 30 years wrongfully imprisoned after being accused of setting a fire that claimed the life of his fiancée, Lori Lance. His conviction was built on outdated and flawed fire science. Decades later, experts confirmed the fire could not be ruled as arson.

On May 10, 2022, Claude was finally exonerated.

Claude had just five months of freedom before his passing, but in that time he was able to be with his family and the people who never stopped fighting for him.

Claude’s story is both a hard-fought victory and a painful reminder that justice delayed can still come too late. We continue to honor his life and share his story.

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