Montana Innocence Project

Accepts DNA and non-DNA cases of actual factual innocence. Also considers applications where the sentence was manifestly unreasonable given the circumstances and level of involvement in a crime, especially for those under 25 at sentencing, over 60 or medically infirm, women, survivors of domestic abuse, and where racial prejudice tainted the conviction. Prisoners must have been convicted of a felony crime in a Montana state or federal court; must have completed trial, sentencing and direct appeals; must not currently be represented by an attorney. Priority is given to cases where convincing and corroborating evidence can establish actual innocence. Serves Montana only.