The Innocence Network Is Accepting Nominations for Two Awards

Cincinnati, OH — The Innocence Network, an affiliation of organizations dedicated to providing pro bono legal and investigative services for wrongfully convicted persons, is accepting nominations for two new annual awards: "The Champion of Justice Award" and the "Journalism Award."

The Champion of Justice Award was created to honor public servants who go above and beyond in supporting and championing efforts that free the wrongfully convicted and/or reform the criminal justice system to prevent wrongful convictions. Their work strengthens the integrity of the justice system, is imbued by their sense of fairness and professionalism, and demonstrates a lasting dedication to the fair execution of the law.

The Innocence Network Journalism Award was created to honor investigative reporting that brings to life the process of identifying and exonerating wrongfully convicted individuals.

Winners of both awards will receive an award plaque at the annual Innocence Network Conference, April 16-18, 2010, in Atlanta, GA. Entries are due January 8, 2010, at midnight. No entries will be accepted after that time.

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For more information and/or to submit an award application, contact Jodi Shorr, Ohio Innocence Project, University of Cincinnati College of Law, Clifton Ave. & Calhoun St., Cincinnati, OH 45221-0040. Or contact Ms. Shorr via telephone at 513-556-0752 or email networkawards [at] gmail.com.