Clean Slate has helped more than 1 million Michiganders since it took effect 5 years ago. We know it can be even better. Join our livestream on Tuesday, April 28 at noon to learn more. Sign up now at bit.ly/CleanSlateAp...
Safe & Just Michigan has helped nearly 13,000 people on their journey toward expungement. Do you need help, too? Check our events page for expungement fairs near you: www.safeandjustmi.org/events
Since Automatic Expungement took effect three years ago, about 1.5 million million misdemeanors have been removed from the criminal records of Michiganders. Need help with an expungement? Find out how: www.safeandjustmi.org/events
We're celebrating 5 Years of Clean Slate!
Would an expungement help you? Get a jump start on the process at one of our upcoming expungement fairs. Look for one in your area at safeandjustmi.org/events/
Today marks 5 years of Clean Slate in Michigan. Congratulations to everyone who has received a fresh start, including the 1.29 million whose records were automatically cleared!
We're at a MI Senate Appropriations Subcommitee where community reentry and prison education programming are being discussed. We believe these important programs deserve state funding.
Hello, friends in the #Flint area!
Old items on your record can hold you back from getting a better job, place to live or volunteering at your kids' school. Getting an expungement to remove those records can help. A free expungement fair coming up. Register now!
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If you're in the Lansing MI area and an expungement would help you find a good job, affordable home or join your kids on a field trip - good news! A free expungement fair comes to Cooley Law School THIS FRIDAY, March 6, from noon to 4 p.m. Want help? Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Safe & Just Michigan is looking for a Director of Policy. If you're in Michigan and dedicated to criminal legal reform, check out the job posting: bit.ly/SJMPolicyDir
#criminaljusticereform #CJR #criminallegalreform #CLR #Michigan #jobs
Big change afoot at SJM but one thing stays the same: Our mission to advocate for evidence-based policies that reduce the harms of the criminal legal system and promote justice, community safety and healing.
Registration for our expungement fair in Detroit in February has now closed. Still need help? Check out our upcoming events listing for events in your area: www.safeandjustmi.org/events
Do you know someone in Michigan who could benefit from an expungement? We're here to help! Check for upcoming expungement fairs at www.safeandjutsmi.org/events
Looking forward to hosting an expungement fair next month in Detroit with our partners atWl Wayne State University Law School, Michigan Department of Attorney General and Michigan State Police. See our events page for pre-registration details!
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We're getting ready to look back on a year of challenges and success. Sign up for our newsletter to learn more about our Top 10 for 2025 next week: bit.ly/sjmnewsletter
Yhe world lost a strong advocate for smart reforms reducing the harm of the criminal legal system. Ronnie Waters was a loving husband, father, friend, community partner, and tireless advocate.
We will miss him, but are forever grateful for the work he did.
Our Senior Research & Policy Specialist Cassie Larrieux was at the Court today to listen to proceedings. We'll let you know when a decision is issued.
THANK YOU!
Because of your generosity, we raised funds to support a 2026 expungement fair! Your support helps people clear records, access new opportunities & rebuild lives. You made this possible. We’re so grateful to you.
#Gratitude #GivingTuesday #FreshStart #SecondChances
We’re so grateful for the gifts received today! Help us cross the finish line to reach our goal to raise $5,000 to give someone in Michigan the chance to move forward with confidence and hope. Please like and share this post!
Give now ➡️ bit.ly/SJM2025GT
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#GivingTuesday is here! We’re raising $5,000 for a free expungement fair to help people clear their records, find work & rebuild their lives. Make second chances possible — every $ gets us closer! If you can’t donate, please share this post!
Donate: bit.ly/SJM2025GT
#FreshStart #GivingTuesday2025
Wonder what your #GivingTuesday donation does?
You'll help host local expungement fairs where up to 200 ppl get a 2nd chance at life with better access to safe, affordable housing & gainful employment. Help cover preparatory & day-of event expenses: bit.ly/SJM2025GT
#GivingTuesday #FreshStart
Last week, a team from Safe & Just Michigan visited Michigan State Senate and House of Representative offices to share our latest research. Curious what an office visit sounds like?
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Many people in Michigan, maybe even your neighbors, are eligible to have their criminal records cleared — but most never do because they don’t know where to start?
On Giving Tuesday (Dec. 2), we’ll raise $5,000 to host a free expungement fair in Michigan.
#GivingTuesday #SecondChances #FreshStart
Happening Thursday! We hope to see you there. Register now at bit.ly/LBL-Lansing
#criminaljusticereform #juvenilejustice #lansing #michigan
Hello, #Detroit! If you want help getting an expungement of your old criminal records in order to get a better job or safe & affordable place to live, register now for free help at an expungement fair at St. Matthew's & St. Joseph's Episcopal Church on Oct. 18: bit.ly/ExpungeOct18
#Expunge #michigan
Hello, #Lansing friends! Clearing your record of old convictions can help you find a good job, place to live or get job training. A free expungement at Cooley Law School on Oct. 17 will help you find out if you're eligible for expungement. Register now to get help!
bit.ly/LansingOct17
#Michigan
Being involved with the legal system costs. Even after a sentence is served, many people find they still have to pay back thousands of dollars in fines and fees. How does that hold back Michigan families and communities? Read our report to find out: bit.ly/DebtorsInPri...
#criminaljusticereform
How would you pay for groceries if all you earned was $2 or less a day? People who are incarcerated in prison are provided meals - but they are often unpalatable or insufficient. Good food is available from the commissary - but it will cost you.
#criminaljusticereform #CJR #MiLeg
What would you rather see your money go - to prison or to your community?
Learn about the toll legal fines and court fees take on all of us at bit.ly/DebtorsInPri...
If you're incarcerated, your ability to call home is a lifeline to the outside world. But actually calling home comes at quite a cost.
Learn more by reading our report: bit.ly/DebtorsInPri...
Did you know?
If you want to send money to a loved one in prison in Michigan - so they can buy food and personal care items - the state can take up to half?
Learn more: bit.ly/DebtorsInPri...
#CriminalJusticeReform #cjr #MiLeg #Michigan