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Moving Beyond the Bars Louisiana currently incarcerates more people than any other state in the country. Kimball, Chief Justice, Supreme Court of Louisiana.

The Justice and Accountability Center of Louisiana (JAC) responds to the needs of incarcerated and ex-incarcerated populations in Louisiana, who are marginalized by both social stigma and the difficulty of communicating outside of prison walls, while changing the way lawyers provide services to these individuals. African American men are incarcerated with more frequency than any other racial group. For example, in 2009, “Black non-Hispanic males had an imprisonment rate (3,119 per 100,000 U.S. residents) that was more than 6 times higher than white non- Hispanic males (487 per 100,000), and almost 3 times higher than Hispanic males (1,193 per 100,000).”[1] In Louisiana, 1 out of 55 residents are incarcerated.[2] At JAC we believe this problem is attributable to serious deficiencies in the criminal justice system. The current institutional structures that provide legal services to this population do not provide meaningful results for long lasting change. These issues are systemic and pervasive, and must be attacked through an aggressive multi-faceted approach to reform. To these ends, we envision three goals for supporting a just community: JUSTICE, ACCOUNTABILITY, and THE CENTER.

[1] U.S. Department of Jutice, Office of Justice Programs, "Bulletin." December 2012, NCJ 231675.
[2] 2011 State of the Judiciary Address to the Joint Session of the House and Senate Louisiana Legislature by Catherine D. Tuesday, May 3, 2010 House Chamber. Available at: http://www.lasc.org/press_room/press_releases/2011/2011-07.asp, Last accessed: October 10, 2011.

10/26/2026

RIVER PARISHES, WE’RE COMING TO YOU!

Everyone deserves an opportunity for a fresh start!

The Justice & Accountability Center of Louisiana (JAC), in partnership with Operation Restoration and Taylor Steib Law LLC, is bringing expungement services to residents of St. John the Baptist and St. Charles Parishes!

If you or someone you know has a criminal record that may be eligible for expungement, we encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to explore your options and begin removing barriers to employment, housing, and economic stability.

Location: 1933 W. Airline Hwy, LaPlace, LA 70068
Clinic Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Client Intake Begins: 9:00 AM

WHAT TO BRING & WHERE TO GET IT:

✅ Valid Photo Identification: A physical State ID, Driver’s License, U.S. Passport, Passport Card, or Military ID. Photocopies will NOT be accepted.

✅ Criminal Background Check: You can request a copy of your Louisiana criminal history through the Louisiana State Police

✅ Bill of Information: This document can be obtained from the Clerk of Court in the parish where your criminal charges were filed.

✅ Sentencing Minutes: These documents can also be requested from the Clerk of Court in the parish where your case was handled.

HELPFUL TIP: Contact the appropriate Clerk of Court’s office before attending the clinic to request your documents. Some records may require processing time or a fee.

At JAC, we believe your past should not determine your future. Our mission is to help justice-impacted individuals overcome barriers, restore opportunities, and move forward with dignity.

💙 HELP US SPREAD THE WORD! Share this post with your family, friends, and neighbors throughout the River Parishes. Someone you know may be waiting for an opportunity just like this!

Your past is part of your story, but it doesn’t have to define your future!

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10/16/2026

✨ SECOND CHANCES START HERE! ✨

A past mistake shouldn’t stand in the way of a brighter future! At the Justice & Accountability Center of Louisiana (JAC), we’re committed to helping justice-impacted individuals overcome barriers and access opportunities for a fresh start.

Our next FREE Expungement Clinic is taking place in New Orleans:

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 9:00 AM
📍 4640 S. Carrollton Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70119

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
✔️ Bill of Information (from Clerk of Court)
✔️ Court Minutes (from Clerk of Court)
✔️ Background Check (from State Police or Local Sheriff)

🚨 NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
Services are provided on a first-come, first-served basis.

Can’t make it to the clinic? Visit www.jaclouisiana.org/events to learn more about upcoming opportunities and available resources.

💙 Second Chances. Stronger Communities.

Help us spread the word by sharing this post with someone who may benefit!

10/15/2026

Healing. Empowerment. Leadership. Collective Action. 💙💚

The Impacted Solitary Survivors Council (ISSC) is preparing for a powerful four-day retreat, December 10–13, 2026, in recognition of International Human Rights Day!

This gathering will bring together justice-impacted individuals for meaningful conversations, advocacy training, healing-centered activities, leadership development, and opportunities to build community.

For ISSC, this retreat is more than an event. It’s an opportunity to amplify the voices of those directly impacted by incarceration and solitary confinement, strengthen our collective power, and continue building a movement rooted in dignity, justice, and systemic change.

Because human rights don’t end at the prison gates, and those closest to the problem deserve a seat at the table when creating solutions!

December 10th - 13th, 2026

Ready to join us? The registration link is in our bio!

10/09/2026

✨ A CLEAR RECORD. A FRESH START. A BRIGHTER FUTURE! ✨

Your past should not define your future! At the Justice & Accountability Center of Louisiana (JAC), we believe everyone deserves an opportunity to move forward.
We’re continuing our monthly Expungement Clinics in New Orleans, helping eligible individuals navigate the expungement process and take meaningful steps toward a second chance.

📅 UPCOMING CLINIC DATES:
    •    October 14, 2026
    •    November 11, 2026
    •    December 9, 2026

Doors Open: 9:00 AM
📍 Location: JAC New Orleans Office
4640 S. Carrollton Ave., Suite 280
New Orleans, LA 70119

WHAT TO BRING:
✔️ Background Check
✔️ Bill of Information
✔️ Sentencing Minutes

All clinics are FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED!

Expungement is about more than clearing a record. It’s about removing barriers, restoring opportunities, and helping individuals build stronger futures for themselves and their families.

💙 Second Chances. Stronger Communities.
🌐 Learn more at www.jaclouisiana.org or click the link in our bio!

10/08/2026

They didn’t wait for permission. They lived it, they survived it, and now they lead.

Meet the leaders of the Impacted Solitary Survivors Council: people who were once silenced, and who now sit at the table shaping policy, building community, and making sure no one else has to face the cell alone.

Lived experience isn’t a footnote. It’s the expertise. It’s the leadership. It’s the key.

Together unified, we are the key to unlock the cages.

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10/06/2026

YOUR VOICE MATTERS. YOUR VOTE MATTERS.

Today, October 5, is the LAST DAY to register to vote in person or by mail in Louisiana for the November 3 election! If you miss today’s deadline, eligible voters can still register electronically through the GeauxVote Online Registration System through October 13.

At JAC and ISSC, we know that civic engagement must include people who have been directly impacted by the criminal legal system. That means making sure our communities know their rights—including the right to vote.

📢 FORMERLY INCARCERATED? DON’T ASSUME YOU CAN’T VOTE.

In Louisiana, a felony conviction does not automatically mean you lose your voting rights forever. Depending on your circumstances, you may be eligible to have your voter registration reinstated after completing probation or parole, or if you have not been incarcerated under the order of imprisonment within the last five years. Certain felony election offenses are excluded.

If your registration was suspended because of a felony conviction, contact your Registrar of Voters and ask what documentation you need to have your voting rights reinstated.

✊🏾 Your past does not erase your voice. Know your rights. Check your status. Get registered. And VOTE.

Online registration deadline: October 13
Early Voting: October 20–27
Election Day: November 3

[Register to vote online through Louisiana’s official system: https://www.sos.la.gov/elections-voting/online-voter-registration

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09/29/2026

Shreveport showed up, connected, and made their voices heard!

On Friday, we wrapped up Voices & Votes: Shreveport, and we’re grateful for everyone who joined us for an evening centered on voter education, community connection, resources, and growing the ISSC family in North Louisiana.

The Impacted Solitary Survivors Council (ISSC) is about turning lived experience into collective power. Throughout the evening, our members had the opportunity to share their stories, connect with the Shreveport community, and show what it looks like when impacted people are given the space to lead, organize, advocate, and help shape change.

Thank you to our community partners, ISSC members, volunteers, and everyone who came out to learn, connect, and get involved. Voices & Votes may be over, but the work—and the relationships we built—continue.

Shreveport, thank you for welcoming us! We’re excited to keep building with you. 💙

Our voices matter. Our experiences matter. And together, we’re building power across Louisiana.

09/25/2026

Yesterday morning, ISSC member Terrance Winn stopped by KSLA in Shreveport to spread the word about Voices & Votes: Shreveport, happening TONIGHT!

Voices & Votes is more than an event—it’s an opportunity to bring people together around voter education, civic engagement, community resources, and connection while introducing Shreveport to the work of the Impacted Solitary Survivors Council (ISSC). ISSC is a statewide, survivor-led network that helps people directly impacted by solitary confinement turn their lived experiences into leadership, advocacy, and collective power.

Tonight, you’ll have an opportunity to meet ISSC members, learn how to get involved, connect with community resources, and enjoy food, music, networking, and fellowship. Whether you’ve been directly impacted by the criminal legal system, know someone who has, or simply want to learn more and connect with the community, we want you in the room!

TODAY — Friday, September 25
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
5000 Greenwood Road, Shreveport, LA 71109

Your voice matters. Your vote matters. Your story matters. Come join us tonight! 💙🩵

09/16/2026

New Orleans, our next Expungement Clinic is coming up!

If a past record has been creating barriers to employment, housing, education, or other opportunities, JAC may be able to help you take the next step toward a fresh start.

Join us for our October Expungement Clinic:
📅 Wednesday, October 14

🕘 9:00 AM

📍 4640 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans, LA 70119

First come, first served — no registration required

You MUST bring the following documents to be seen:
📄 Bill of Information from the Clerk of Court
📄 Court Minutes from the Clerk of Court
📄 Background Check from State Police

Our team will also provide assistance with income-based fee waivers for those who qualify.

Don’t let the process overwhelm you. Our staff and volunteer attorneys are here to help you understand your options and navigate the expungement process.

Save the date and share this with someone who may need it. We’ll see you October 14! 💙💚⚖️
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09/15/2026

Your voice matters. Your vote matters. And making sure every eligible person has access to the ballot matters to us.

On National Voter Registration Day, the Justice & Accountability Center of Louisiana (JAC) and the Impacted Solitary Survivors Council (ISSC) recognize voting as an important part of building stronger, more accountable communities.

For many of the people and families we serve, involvement with the criminal legal system can create confusion about voting rights, eligibility, and whether their voices still have a place in our democracy. That’s why voter education and access are important to our work. We believe people directly impacted by the criminal legal system should not only have a seat at the table—they should be informed, engaged, and empowered to help shape the policies that affect their lives and communities.

Today is a reminder to register, check your registration status, learn your rights, and make a plan to vote.

When impacted people are informed and engaged, lived experience becomes collective power—and collective power creates change.

Stronger communities start with you.
People. Policy. Power. A Stronger Louisiana.

Address

4035 Washington Avenue
New Orleans, LA
70125

Telephone

(504) 322-4050

Website

http://www.JACLouisiana.org/

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