444 Justice helps incarcerated individuals and their families uncover overlooked evidence, identify constitutional violations, organize case records, and prepare professional research for legal teams.
Founded by an Exoneree
We work alongside families, attorneys, and advocates to bring clarity and organization to complex post-conviction cases.
We examine trial transcripts, police reports, court records, and evidence to identify legal issues and investigative leads — and what's missing entirely.
Brady violations, prosecutorial misconduct, constitutional errors, and newly discovered evidence — researched and packaged for use by legal counsel.
Witness location, timeline reconstruction, public records requests, and evidence review to build a clearer picture of what actually happened.
Professional case summaries, research packets, evidence indexes, and citation packages organized for immediate use by post-conviction counsel.
We help families understand appeals, post-conviction options, available resources, and how to stay organized through a long process.
An initial evaluation to assess whether a case may warrant further investigation, research, or advocacy — and what a path forward could look like.
From first submission to a delivered research report — every step is structured, documented, and transparent.
Complete our secure intake form with basic case details and any available documents.
Our team reviews the submission and contacts you to discuss scope and next steps.
We examine all trial records, police reports, and court documents — looking for what's there and what isn't.
Legal research, witness outreach, records requests, and targeted evidence analysis.
A structured summary and research packet organized for use by post-conviction legal counsel.
We remain available to the legal team for supplemental research and ongoing case support.
After spending more than 11 years in prison for crimes he did not commit, Duane Williams experienced firsthand how critical overlooked evidence, proper investigation, and relentless advocacy can be.
A lighter found near the fire's origin was removed from the defense's copy of the report. 58 photographs were withheld. An informant received a $5,000 reward the jury never heard about. Following his exoneration in 2024, Duane founded 444 Justice to help others seek justice.
Accused after a fatal house fire in Detroit following an argument the night before.
Wayne County jury convicts on felony murder, second-degree murder, and first-degree arson.
Worked for over a decade to surface suppressed evidence and constitutional violations.
Wayne County Circuit Court vacated all convictions after finding suppressed evidence.
All charges dismissed. Listed on the National Registry of Exonerations.
Helping others fight wrongful convictions through research, investigation, and advocacy.
Those maintaining innocence who need organized, professional case support.
Family members navigating an unfamiliar legal system for a loved one.
Legal counsel needing organized research packets and case summaries.
Reporters investigating potential wrongful convictions or systemic failures.
Innocence projects, advocacy groups, and nonprofits on similar cases.
Submit your case information and our team will review it for research and advocacy support.
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