Innocence Project of Florida

Unlock the Truth

Meet two Florida DNA exonerees, William Dillon and James Bain, in IPF's video, Unlock the Truth.

Not All Exonerees Walked Out of Prison

13 men have been released in Florida after spending, on average, 20 years wrongfully imprisoned until DNA testing proved their innocence.

12 walked out into the bright light of freedom.

1 did not.

Tragically, Frank Lee Smith died of cancer while on death row – just 11 months prior to being exonerated.

Are there more innocent people in Florida prisons? Yes.

Without assistance, what are their chances of being released? Slim.

Does your support make a difference? Absolutely.

Learn how.

Thank you for joining us for our inaugural celebration. Eight Florida exonerees were joined by more than 250 friends and supporters celebrating the inspiring lives of these men and honoring those who have worked diligently to advance justice for all.

The evening included:

Presentation of the
Talbot "Sandy" D'Alemberte Commitment to Justice Award to Holland & Knight LLP & Frank Lee Smith Innocence Award to Martin J. "Marty" McClain, Esq.

Performance by William Michael Dillon
DNA Exoneree & Recording Artist

Many thanks to all of the evening's sponsors.

See highlights from the evening here.

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