Providing clemency and Parole Board preparation, support, and representation.

Applying for clemency or preparing for a Parole Board hearing can be complex, intimidating, and emotionally taxing for incarcerated people and their families. The process involves high-stakes decisions that can affect a person’s future. Humanity for Prisoners provides structured clemency and Parole Board support to help people prepare thoroughly and present their case clearly and respectfully.

Our team assists incarcerated individuals with commutation and pardon applications, helping them understand requirements, timelines, and what decision-makers are reviewing. We work to ensure applications are complete, organized, and grounded in accurate information. This includes guidance on personal statements, supporting documentation, and demonstrating rehabilitation, accountability, and readiness for release.

Humanity for Prisoners also supports people preparing for Parole Board hearings. This includes help developing parole plans, understanding the hearing process, and preparing for questions that may arise. When appropriate, we assist with organizing support letters and provide Parole Board representation to help ensure that the individual’s case is presented clearly and with dignity.

Resources for Prisoners and Supporters
We maintain step-by-step guides and resources for both incarcerated people and those supporting them, including:

-Parole Board Guide

-Parole Plan Guide

-Commutation Guide

-Pardon Guide

-Commutation Guide for Medically Frail Prisoners

-Parole Board and Commutation Support Letter Guide for supporters

These resources are written in plain language and designed for people encountering the clemency or parole process for the first time.

Our approach centers fairness, preparation, and respect for the seriousness of these decisions. We do not guarantee outcomes, but we help people navigate the process with clarity and informed support.

If you or someone you care about needs help preparing for clemency or a Parole Board hearing in Michigan, Humanity for Prisoners is here to help. Contact us to learn more.