“Beacon of Hope and True Leader.”
THE harriet tubman award of appreciation
PART 1: Right to Freedom
At 17, Leslie Vass was wrongfully convicted of armed robbery in Baltimore, Maryland, in 1975. Despite no prior criminal record, he was sentenced to 20 years in prison based solely on mistaken eyewitness identification.
Determined to prove his innocence, Vass educated himself in law while incarcerated. In 1984, after discovering the true perpetrator’s identity, he facilitated a re-investigation that led the original victim to recant his testimony. This pivotal development resulted in Vass’s release in October 1984, after nearly a decade behind bars.
PART 2: Just The Beginning
WRONGFUL CONVICTIONS
This fight goes beyond one man’s story, it’s about safeguarding justice, protecting human rights, and ensuring no one is left to endure a lifetime of injustice. Wrongful convictions devastate lives and erode trust in the justice system.
EXPUNGEMENT
For over three decades, court-ordered expungements have demanded that Leslie Vass wrongful conviction be erased. Yet, the state has failed to honor these orders. It is time to act!
TORT CLAIM
Tort claims can provide a path to relief and accountability after a wrongful conviction. They allow individuals to seek compensation for the harm done by police misconduct, prosecutorial abuse, or systemic failure. It’s a step toward justice, not a full restoration of it.
GET INVOLVED
Lets unite to amplify the voices of Leslie and countless others who have faced similar injustices. Together, we can push for systemic change to prevent wrongful convictions and ensure accountability in the justice system.
