In New York State, a person can be convicted of Felony Murder even if they did not commit—or intend to commit—a murder. Simply being present at the scene of a crime where a death occurs can result in a life-altering conviction. This law overwhelmingly impacts Black, Brown, low-income, and system-impacted individuals, often punishing those least responsible for a death more harshly than the actual perpetrator.
We are working to
HUMANIZE the impact of this law through personal stories.
BUILD political pressure to repeal or revise the law.
EDUCATE the public and policymakers on its disproportionate and unjust application.
CREATE space for healing and power for impacted individuals and their loved ones.
Each person in this campaign represents a deeper truth about the felony murder law and why it must be abolished. Their stories expose the moral and legal failings of a system that prioritizes conviction rates over justice.
#HelpGetThemHome
Meet the Faces Behind the Law
Devin H.
John Giuca
Bryan Panarella
Devon Giordano
Paris Whitefield
Media Breaking Down the Injustice Behind Felony Murder Law
Prisoners’ Brain Trust is Working to Repeal New York’s Felony Murder Law and Rethink Incarceration
“An Enduring Struggle for Justice” 08-03-2025
Alisha Kohn, Prisoners’ Brain Trust- Focuses on the Rights of Inmates