Reentry Expert/Government Affairs Specialist
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ICYMI
https://www.yahoo.com/video/hud-working-eliminate-housing-barriers-190822660.html
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on Tuesday announced an initiative aimed at reducing housing barriers for those who have criminal records, according to USA Today. The outlet obtained a memo in which HUD Secretary Marcia Fudge instructed employees to review policies that ba...
***Friendly Reminder***
Tomorrow is the last day to register to vote or change your party affiliation for the upcoming 5/17 Primary Election. Remember, you are not a hostage to your party, you should only be a hostage to your interests.
Please DM me if you require assistance or just want to chat about the upcoming election.
https://www.pavoterservices.pa.gov/pages/VoterRegistrationApplication.aspx
Checking the "I do not have a PA driver's license or PennDOT ID card or a Social Security Number." checkbox clears the PA driver's license or PennDOT ID Card number and the Social Security number. You should only check this box if you have never been issued a PA driver's license or PennDOT ID card o...
Great event happening tomorrow at Reservoir Park from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Please note that I will have a table set up providing free Officer-Friendly vehicle information pouches, as well as free expungement/pardon consultations from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
https://youtu.be/ISUhHMHeGKw
In observance of 4/20, and in conjunction with the month of April being designated as "National Second Chance Month," The Lazarus Firm will be assisting clients possessing marijuana-related convictions with clearing their records at a cost of $420.00 or less (Depending on the total number of criminal dockets). As always, consultations are free.
For more information, please visit www.thelazarusfirm.com
As you may know, the vast majority of Pennsylvanians possessing criminal convictions are not eligible for expungement, they must first receive a pardon from the Governor. However, one of the most common questions that I receive about pardons is "when am I eligible to apply" or "am I a suitable candidate?"
In an effort to provide those possessing criminal convictions with more guidance and insight, our firm created a Pardon Suitability Rubric (found below). Although this assessment tool provides a very accurate index of what basic standards a suitable pardon candidate should meet, there are always exceptions to the rule.
That said, if you are interested in clearing your criminal record, please feel free to contact us for a free consultation at [email protected] or https://thelazarusfirm.com/
Over the weekend, I was given both the privilege and honor of sharing my personal story during the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Annual Capital Region “Heart Ball.” ICYMI, I recently underwent a full heart transplant procedure in December of 2021.
Those of you who are familiar with me know that I am not really big on sharing my personal business on social media (or at all). However, given the very unique circumstances (I was first diagnosed with chronic heart failure in November of 2021), my age (I will be 40 in July), my previous health history (I was literally slated to enlist in the Army Reserves in January of 2022) and the enormity of the surgical procedure itself (I literally have a whole new heart), I felt compelled to share my personal experience and to encourage others to support the American Heart Association in its longstanding mission of fighting heart disease and stroke.
Shout out to those of you that supported me throughout this whole ordeal (and continue to do so). In addition, shout out to those of you that supported both me and the AHA over the weekend. This will not be the last time that you will hear of me speaking about the important work of the AHA as I plan on being an active and visible ambassador of the organization in the future.
In the interim, if you wish to learn more about the American Heart Association and/or wish to assist in the furtherance of its mission, please visit: https://www.heart.org/en/affiliates/pennsylvania/harrisburg
Money should never be a reason why you do not move forward with the task of clearing your criminal record/modifying your sentence. Our firm offers the lowest prices around (guaranteed). We also extend reasonable payment plan options to our clients in need.
www.thelazarusfirm.com
Have a federal criminal conviction and don't personally know either President Biden or Kim Kardashian? The Lazarus Firm, LLC may be able to assist you.
https://thelazarusfirm.com/
Want to get paid for doing something that you would naturally do for free? Then please check out our 'Record Clearing Referral Program.' There is no catch and no gimmicks. We just want to further incentivize extending deserving individuals a second chance.
For more information about this program, please email us at [email protected]
March 21, 2022, marks the first day of spring. What better way to engage in some spring cleaning than by taking the steps necessary to clear your criminal record?
As such, on 3/21/22, I will be hosting a "Facebook Live with The Lazarus Firm LLC" at 8:00 p.m. In order to participate, just like the The Lazarus Firm, LLC page and tune in.
I'll be providing one hour of free jewels and consultation.
The Lazarus Firm is more than just cost-effective, we're comprehensive. Check out our complimentary services below.
Shout out to City & State for doing a feature on the Lazarus Firm, LLC.
“I’m trying to capture that population that doesn’t necessarily live below the poverty line – because there are some nonprofits that provide assistance with filings for free – but aren’t rich and well-off enough to pay attorneys thousands of dollars,” Flood said. “I like to fashion myself as the Dollar Tree of record-clearing.”
https://www.cityandstatepa.com/content/former-pardons-secretary-starts-consulting-firm-reentry-services
Due to the overwhelming number of requests received from the PA DOC's prisoner population for my firm to represent them relative to their commutation applications before the PA Board of Pardons (BOP), coupled with the fact that per the Pennsylvania Ethics Act, I cannot appear as anyone's representative before the BOP until at least a year elapses from the date of my separation from the Board, I will be providing FREE consultation to 'commutation applicants' in between today and 12/18/22. For more information, please email me at [email protected]
"The Great Recession disrupted the reintegration experiences of those convicted of a felony or released from prison right before the recession started. It also led to long-term employment and income declines.
Employment growth was stronger for people convicted of a felony or released from prison right after the recession ended.
People convicted of a felony or released from prison experienced slow, steady increases in average annual income during the economic recovery, but not enough to catch up to the outcomes of the peer group in this research."
https://www.census.gov/library/stories/2022/02/dim-job-outlook-for-people-released-from-prison-during-great-recession.html?utm_campaign=20220215msacos1ccstors&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
People convicted of a felony or released from prison are less likely to find work than adults without high school degrees or similar criminal histories.
As promised, I will be officially and publicly rolling out my reentry-based consulting business within the next few weeks, The Lazarus Firm, LLC (Full service website is forthcoming).
However, in the meantime, if you require any professional and administrative support with either clearing your criminal record, commuting your sentence, or challenging your denial or termination from employment due to the existence of your criminal record, please feel free to email me at [email protected]
In addition, any Pennsylvania-based employers (public and private sector) that are interested in developing reentry-friendly employment screening policies or just generally ensuring that your overall operations are reentrant-friendly, The Lazarus Firm, LLC can also assist you with this.
Another huge endorsement for Lieutenant Governor candidate Jeff Coleman. For those of you that operate in the social justice space, especially statewide, you know that Senator Bartolotta puts her money where her mouth is legislatively. Again, stop letting political affiliations prevent you from electing candidates that actually give a damn and do work.
ICYMI, I have decided to officially suspend my efforts to seek the Republican nomination for the Office of Lieutenant Governor and instead will be throwing my full support behind my colleague and current GOP candidate, Jeff Coleman.
I am of the opinion that besides myself, Jeff is the most qualified and electable candidate among the current slate of Democrat and Republican candidates for the post.
More importantly, the primary reason for me suspending my efforts and redirecting my support to Jeff is due to the fact that he shares my vision of making a commitment to wholesale criminal justice reform, being a practitioner of functional government, and working across the aisle to advance meaningful public policy that actually improves the quality of life for all Pennsylvanians.
However, don't just take my word for it. I encourage you to do your own research and do not allow yourself to overlook the most suitable and qualified candidate simply because of their political affiliation.
That said, both Jeff and I would greatly appreciate your support in May!
https://www-pennlive-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/www.pennlive.com/news/2022/01/lt-governor-candidate-ends-campaign-endorses-primary-opponent-who-shares-criminal-justice-reform-goals.html?amp_js_v=a6&_gsa=1&outputType=amp&usqp=mq331AQKKAFQArABIIACAw%3D%3D#aoh=16425346544358&referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&_tf=From%20%251%24s&share=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pennlive.com%2Fnews%2F2022%2F01%2Flt-governor-candidate-ends-campaign-endorses-primary-opponent-who-shares-criminal-justice-reform-goals.html
Brandon Flood, the former Board of Pardons secretary, has ended his campaign for the GOP nomination for lieutenant governor and is backing Jeff Coleman in that crowded field of candidates.
Celeste Trusty was the Pennsylvania State Policy Director at Families Against Mandatory Minimums until the appointment.
Thousands of federal inmates will be released this week in accordance with a law signed by former President Trump in 2018.
To everyone with concerns about what future state of affairs of the PA Board of Pardons will be following my departure, please know that I will be starting my own clemency/expungement/CHRIA consulting firm within the next few weeks. The purpose of this firm will be to provide extremely low-cost and expert assistance to justice-involved Pennsylvanians who are interested in either pursuing a pardon, commutation, expungement, challenging a denial from an employer due to the existence of your criminal history, and providing consultation to companies/employers who are interested in creating reentrant-friendly employment screening policies. Stay tuned!
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I was excited to join Senator Judy Schwank, Berks County DA John Adams, and the Berks Connections/Pre-Trial Services (BCPS) organization in launching its Berks County Pardon Project earlier today.
https://pasenate.com/schwank-adams-announce-pardon-project-of-berks-county/
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Please email me at [email protected] for an application.
Please tune in to part 2 of the PBS "The Power of a Pardon" series. The case of Rickie Chhoeun, a Cambodian refugee facing deportation for his 20-year-old convictions in Pennsylvania, is one of the most rewarding cases I have dealt with since my tenure as Secretary. It almost made me tear up watching this.
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Rickie lawfully entered the United States as a Cambodian refugee. Long after having served his time in prison, he now faces deportation for his 20-year-old convictions in Pennsylvania, specifically a misdemeanor and a firearm possession for a crime he did not commit. Now, he’s waiting to see if he...
Shout out to the fine production team with PBS. Although, we've made a ton of strides in the area of executive clemency reform, there is a ton of room for improvement. Please watch the full series everyone.
https://www.pbs.org/wnet/chasing-the-dream/video/brandon-flood-prison-to-politics-the-power-of-a-pardon-ep-1/
What happens when the politicians creating prison reform have gone through the system themselves? As a formerly incarcerated individual, Brandon Flood is both a benefactor and influential force in revolutionizing the pardons process in Pennsylvania. This is “The Power of a Pardon,” a five-part s...
Delighted to be returning back to the Chester City community in the next couple weeks.
It's always very rewarding to be recognized for your work. However, there is much more work to be done as we have only had a little over two years to radically transform an archaic and 150 year old institution. Shout out to Lieutenant Governor John Fetterman, our Board members, my amazing staff and all of our hardworking stakeholders for helping us to move the needle forward on executive clemency in Pennsylvania.
https://www.inquirer.com/opinion/commentary/pa-is-leading-way-pardon-reform-opinion-20210630.html?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=ios&utm_campaign=app_ios_article_share&utm_content=EVNYM7O6QBAOTEIR3O4Y6O2MLE
When asked about pardons, many people imagine Lil Wayne or Michael Flynn — not their father, their neighbor, or even themselves. This needs to change.
Coming to a barbershop near you! Next stop, Montgomery County!
The PA Board of Pardons is hiring. Please see the position posting below:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/3059152/administrative-assistant-1?keywords=administrative assist&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Looking for a career where you can positively impact the lives of people seeking a second chance? Working for the Lieutenant Governor’s Board of Pardons is an exciting opportunity to make a difference with a rewarding career!Parking is provided!Work Schedule:8:30 AM - 4:30 PMMonday - FridayLunch P...
My position today is as it was 4 years ago. As we observe 420 Day today, please know that it is not enough to merely vocalize your support of responsible adult cannabis usage, you need to challenge both your public and elected officials to use their offices and platforms to bring about much needed reform on this subject.
Are you interested in applying for a pardon? One significant factor that our Board takes into account is if applicants have any outstanding legal financial obligations (e.g., fines, court costs, restitution, etc.).
Need help with negotiating a fair resolution to your outstanding legal financial obligations? Please do not hesitate to contact me directly at [email protected]
https://www.bop.pa.gov/Pages/Fines-and-Costs.aspx
If you presently have any outstanding legal financial obligations, which may include but not be limited to fines, court costs, supervision fees, and restitution, you are strongly encouraged to satisfy these prior to applying for executive clemency. Failure to do so may result in application proces...
Mark Your Calendars!!!
Check out the PA Board of Pardons' newly revamped website. It is chock full of information that both prospective and current executive clemency applicants will find useful.
https://www.bop.pa.gov/Pages/default.aspx
Applications for Clemency will not be accepted without the required court documents. Note: The docket sheets that can be obtained on-line are NOT the court documents. Although court documents vary in appearance based on the county and age, here are some examples of what must be submitted with ...
Highlighting the release of the groundbreaking report on second-degree murder and commutation was well worth the drive to the great City of Pittsburgh. Shout out to Lieutenant Governor John Fetterman, the Philadelphia Lawyers for Social Equity organization, and the Heinz Foundation for commissioning this critically important study.
https://www.post-gazette.com/news/crime-courts/2021/02/12/report-second-degree-murder-pennsylvania-lieutenant-governor-john-fetterman-philadelphia-lawyers-social-equity/stories/202102120125
The majority of second-degree murder convicts serving life in Pennsylvania prisons were convicted when they were young and have now reached middle age,...
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