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The New England Innocence Project has been fighting to end wrongful convictions for more than 20 years. Together, we can achieve life-changing exonerations and support freed people as they rebuild while growing the movement for justice. Watch our new video, “Making Freedom Possible,” and join the fight today!



Thomas Rosa, Jr. Faces Possible Fourth Trial

In September of 2023, Suffolk Superior Court Judge Michael Ricciuti vacated the conviction of Thomas Rosa, Jr. (pictured with his wife, Virginia) who was wrongfully incarcerated for 34 years for a murder that he did not commit. At this time, Mr. Rosa still faces the prospect of a fourth murder trial. We hope Mr. Rosa’s story of injustice will help amplify the difficulties -- and resistance -- we face fighting wrongful convictions.


ABOUT US
The New England Innocence Project is an independent social justice non-profit that frees innocent people from prison, supports individuals and families impacted by long-term incarceration, and fights to end the systemic harms of the criminal legal system in the six New England states. By providing free forensic testing, investigation, experts, and an experienced legal team, we can exonerate the innocent and bring them home to their loved ones. Through the Exoneree Network, we provide comprehensive support — from housing and seasonal stipends to mental health care and job training — so our community can heal and rebuild in freedom. We also use our expertise about wrongful convictions to educate and advocate for reforms to prevent future tragedies and support community-based solutions for public safety.


Official NEIP apparel is here

Check out our official collection of NEIP merchandise and apparel in our online store on Bonfire, including t-shirts, hoodies, totes, mugs, and more! Every purchase from our NEIP official merchandise collection helps free innocent people throughout New England who have been wrongfully convicted of a crime they did not commit.

Members of the NEIP staff at our annual storytelling event, Voices of the Innocent, in 2024.