Exonerees struggle to rebuild their lives and gain lasting employment
Exonerees in the United States often face significant challenges in rebuilding their lives after release, including difficulty finding employment and accessing support services despite being cleared of crimes. Many encounter stigma and bias, as illustrated by the case of Calvin Duncan, who was elected to public office in Louisiana but may not serve due to the elimination of his position. Unlike individuals on parole or probation, exonerees typically do not qualify for government reentry programs, leaving them to rely on nonprofits for assistance with housing, job training, and record corrections.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onExonerees struggle to rebuild their lives and gain lasting employmentPeople who are wrongfully incarcerated then exonerated, sometimes after spending decades behind bars, face yet more challenges finding jobs and rebuilding their lives after their releaseByJUAN A. LOZANO Associated PressApril 30, 2026, 12:07 AM1:24Richard Miles, right, founder and CEO of Miles of Freedom, a Dallas-based group that provides help for individuals after they have been released from prison, whether they are on parole or are exonerees, greets his organization's soup kitchen volunteer Frederick Briscoe on Tuesday, April…
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