RELEASE & LEGAL PROGRAMS
LPP is committed to securing the release of those unjustly imprisoned through clemency, compassionate release, and resentencing efforts. Our Early Termination of Supervised Release (ETSR) program helps individuals move forward without the burden of government supervision.
Additionally, we pursue strategic litigation, including amicus briefs, class action suits, and individual claims, to challenge unjust sentencing practices and expand retroactive relief for those who would receive lesser sentences under today’s laws. Our cannabis justice model is driving systemic change, with our legal frameworks now influencing broader reforms, including efforts to decriminalize psychedelics. By closing gaps in justice, LPP ensures that those most impacted by outdated drug policies are not left behind in the movement toward equity and reform.
SUCCESS STORIES
We encourage you to learn more about the individuals who have regained their freedom and embarked on their reentry journeys with the help of LPP's release and reentry programs. These success stories are a testament to the courage, determination, and resilience of our program participants as they've navigate the world post-cannabis-related incarceration.
Leonel was released by Biden pardon in 2025 and served 22 years of a 30 year sentence
"I appreciate everything Last Prisoner Project has done to support me financially and emotionally. The LPP team really looks out for all of us cannabis prisoners. I'm so grateful to be free and able to step outside and breathe fresh air after being in prison for 22 years. I'm happy to be reunited with my three sisters and excited to get a job and rebuild my life."
Ruben was released in 2025 after serving a 19-year prison sentence.
"I’d like to sincerely thank the Last Prisoner Project for the support I received during a time when I needed it most. The financial assistance allowed me to obtain medication from the commissary that I had been unjustly denied by medical staff. The moral support gave me strength and encouragement when I was feeling weary. I’m especially grateful for the legal support I received in filing my clemency motion. This is all made possible through LPP and all those who stand behind this mission. May God bless you all."
Martin was released from incarceration for cannabis in 2025.
"Thank you and blessings! I'm eternally indebted to Last Prisoner Project for all the support you have given me, and I send you all my gratitude, a big hug, peace, love, and harmony. I take you all in my heart."
Bryan was released after serving 6 years of a 12-year cannabis sentence in 2024.
"It hasn’t always been easy to create a “new normal” for myself, and I’ve had to rely on my support system to keep moving forward. I’m thankful to have a solid foundation in my family and the close relationships I’ve built through Last Prisoner Project. With their support, I’ve been able to bounce back and start finding my meaning and purpose in life. It’s not always easy, but we keep pushing forward."
