The use of junk science in the courtroom is truly a Texas-sized injustice. With convictions resulting from the use of dog scent lineups, flawed arson science, and other forms of faulty scientific evidence, our organization has organized a campaign to exonerate those who have suffered wrongful convictions at the hands of these practices. Click here to learn more.
Timothy Cole
A recent opinion issued by the Attorney General cleared the way for Governor Perry to issue Texas's first posthumous pardon to Timothy Cole, who was exonerated by the Innocence Project of Texas in 2009. Click here to learn more about Tim's case and his pardon.
Statewide DNA Case Review
The State of Texas leads the nation with more than 40 DNA exonerations on record. Our organization is currently conducting a statewide review of cases where DNA evidence could prove a defendant's innocence. Click here to learn more about our work on DNA cases.
Contact Us
If you have a question for the Innocence Project of Texas, feel free to get in touch with us using the contact information below.
Please note that we do not accept requests for assistance made by phone, email or fax. If you have a case you would like us to investigate, please write us a letter and send it to the address below. Detailed instructions on how to request assistance from our organization can be found here.