This petition is to show support for Justin Granier and his release from prison. Having to serve a life sentence without the possibility of parole for a murder he did not commit is cruel, inhumane, and unjust. He should not be held accountable for the actions of another, to do so is illogical and unconstitutional. He has taken responsibility for his actions and has served more than enough time. It's time to set Justin free!
A life sentence is far too harsh and offers no incentive to be or do better, yet Justin has taken advantage of every opportunity afforded him for educational, spiritual, and personal growth. And along the way he has become a mentor to the youth, a minister to the lost, and a volunteer for the dying. He pours himself into the lives of others making his community a better place. We need and want him free impacting our society with the same selfless acts!
Incarceration is suppose to serve as a mechanism for personal repentance and rehabilitation, not to warehouse citizens for making a poor choice in life. There is a huge difference between a criminal and an individual that has made a poor decision. The majority of those serving life sentences for second degree murder in Louisiana are first offenders. Yet because of mandatory sentences of life without parole there is no distinction between the two and no consideration of mitigating factors. Mandatory life sentences should be abolished for first offenders convicted of second degree murder. Especially for those like Justin who didn't even commit the act.
It's time to fix Louisiana's broken criminal justice system and harsh sentencing schemes. Louisiana's laws should align with the rest of the nation. Thus we support an extreme reconstruction of Louisiana criminal law. We support the release of Justin Granier and all efforts towards this goal!!!! We also support any new bills that amend his current sentence.
As advocates for change, we have to speak out and share this story and petition.
Thank you!!!
Find us on:
Facebook, Justin Granier
Facebook, Justin's Journey, Justin Granier
Instagram , Team Justin,Justin Granier
Twitter, @Forjgranier
Updates
Reached 5,000 supporters
October 22, 2014
October 19, 2014
We are approaching 5,000 signatures and need a final surge to force the board to pay attention. Text this link to three people immediately and post the petition on your Facebook wall right now.
June 29, 2014
I am currently compiling a dossier of these signatures to hand directly to the parole board. Please text this link to three friends who need to understand the injustice of these mandatory life sentences. Your continued pressure forces officials to acknowledge Justin's growth and his readiness to return home.
February 14, 2014
The momentum behind Justin's release is surging and proves how many people recognize this injustice. Send an email to the parole board today demanding they review his case immediately. Post this link on your Facebook page to ensure the decision makers see the scale of our demand.
Reached 1,000 supporters
May 14, 2013
Reached 100 supporters
July 19, 2012
1,995 Comments
I've done time with justin. He is a great friend. He has a great heart. Given another chance he will not let anyone down. It's not just hospice, he's involved in soo much he touched my life and he continues to touch others. Definitely a true friend.
After seeing sentenced to life it opens your eyes to the justice system and yes he did wrong but the sentence he received is not fitted for his crime he was a young impressional boy who made the wrong decision not to step in. He should be given a chance
Just watched Serving Life on Netflix and Justin really pulled at my heart strings. I can't believe that there is a state with such harsh punishments. What he did was wrong but serving life is not the answer. This is inhumane and he deserves to be free.
Justin has done his time for being at the wrong place at the wrong time. He deserves to have a normal life and have the opportunity to have a family of his own. Let him out it's not fair to take this mans life for someone else pulling the trigger...
I Hope that One day this man is given his freedom and life back, you can truly see the care and compassion in his eyes while doing the hospice program. I myself am a Cna and Deal with these situations myself. It takes a special person to do those duties!
My heart goes out to Justin are and his family.
This guy should have never been put in prison.
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This petition is to show support for Justin Granier and his release from prison. Having to serve a life sentence without the possibility of parole for a murder he did not commit is cruel, inhumane, and unjust. He should not be held accountable for the actions of another, to do so is illogical and unconstitutional. He has taken responsibility for his actions and has served more than enough time. It's time to set Justin free!
A life sentence is far too harsh and offers no incentive to be or do better, yet Justin has taken advantage of every opportunity afforded him for educational, spiritual, and personal growth. And along the way he has become a mentor to the youth, a minister to the lost, and a volunteer for the dying. He pours himself into the lives of others making his community a better place. We need and want him free impacting our society with the same selfless acts!
Incarceration is suppose to serve as a mechanism for personal repentance and rehabilitation, not to warehouse citizens for making a poor choice in life. There is a huge difference between a criminal and an individual that has made a poor decision. The majority of those serving life sentences for second degree murder in Louisiana are first offenders. Yet because of mandatory sentences of life without parole there is no distinction between the two and no consideration of mitigating factors. Mandatory life sentences should be abolished for first offenders convicted of second degree murder. Especially for those like Justin who didn't even commit the act.
It's time to fix Louisiana's broken criminal justice system and harsh sentencing schemes. Louisiana's laws should align with the rest of the nation. Thus we support an extreme reconstruction of Louisiana criminal law. We support the release of Justin Granier and all efforts towards this goal!!!! We also support any new bills that amend his current sentence.
As advocates for change, we have to speak out and share this story and petition.
Thank you!!!
Find us on:
Facebook, Justin Granier
Facebook, Justin's Journey, Justin Granier
Instagram , Team Justin,Justin Granier
Twitter, @Forjgranier
Updates
Reached 5,000 supporters
October 22, 2014
October 19, 2014
We are approaching 5,000 signatures and need a final surge to force the board to pay attention. Text this link to three people immediately and post the petition on your Facebook wall right now.
June 29, 2014
I am currently compiling a dossier of these signatures to hand directly to the parole board. Please text this link to three friends who need to understand the injustice of these mandatory life sentences. Your continued pressure forces officials to acknowledge Justin's growth and his readiness to return home.
February 14, 2014
The momentum behind Justin's release is surging and proves how many people recognize this injustice. Send an email to the parole board today demanding they review his case immediately. Post this link on your Facebook page to ensure the decision makers see the scale of our demand.
Reached 1,000 supporters
May 14, 2013
Reached 100 supporters
July 19, 2012
1,995 Comments
My prayers are with Justin through this horrible situation. There is know question that Louisiana has to change it's unjust law. It takes people like us all to start the change. It's time for change and I pray that this petition will somehow help.
I've done time with justin. He is a great friend. He has a great heart. Given another chance he will not let anyone down. It's not just hospice, he's involved in soo much he touched my life and he continues to touch others. Definitely a true friend.
After seeing sentenced to life it opens your eyes to the justice system and yes he did wrong but the sentence he received is not fitted for his crime he was a young impressional boy who made the wrong decision not to step in. He should be given a chance
Just watched Serving Life on Netflix and Justin really pulled at my heart strings. I can't believe that there is a state with such harsh punishments. What he did was wrong but serving life is not the answer. This is inhumane and he deserves to be free.
Justin has done his time for being at the wrong place at the wrong time. He deserves to have a normal life and have the opportunity to have a family of his own. Let him out it's not fair to take this mans life for someone else pulling the trigger...
I Hope that One day this man is given his freedom and life back, you can truly see the care and compassion in his eyes while doing the hospice program. I myself am a Cna and Deal with these situations myself. It takes a special person to do those duties!
My heart goes out to Justin are and his family.
This guy should have never been put in prison.
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My prayers are with Justin through this horrible situation. There is know question that Louisiana has to change it's unjust law. It takes people like us all to start the change. It's time for change and I pray that this petition will somehow help.