The Second Look Project

The Second Look Project was founded to provide advocacy and legal support for individuals seeking relief from extreme sentences in the District of Columbia. Our work is focused on those who are eligible for sentence reductions under D.C.’s Incarceration Reduction Amendment Act (“IRAA”) and Compassionate Release laws. We provide direct representation to individuals seeking relief, as well as institutional advocacy, training, and litigation support for court-appointed and pro bono attorneys handling these cases. The Second Look Project was founded through a grant from the Vital Projects Fund, which continues to support our work. Additionally, portions of our operations are funded through grants from the District of Columbia Office of Victim Services and Justice Grants and Arnold Ventures. The Second Look Project is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt nonprofit organization.