
Ongoing support for our incarcerated loved one
A member of our family has been wrongly incarcerated, but with the best legal counsel - we believe his side of the story can be seen and heard and that he can be set free. Due to the sensitive nature of the case, by recommendation of his current lawyer, and for the safety of him and his family - we can not discuss the details of his case.
In our justice system, we are told we'll be innocent until proven guilty. But many people find themselves in difficult situations where they learn the hard way that this is not always the case. Too often, people are wrongly labeled as criminals and condemned to further political careers and agendas. And sadly, it comes down to how much money a person has to determine their likelihood of proving the truth and being set free.
To ensure that he receives the best possible legal counsel to ensure his freedom, we are reaching out for help with his legal fund. Money should not be the determining factor in deciding a person's innocence, but we are hoping that with enough help from family and friends, we can be certain he has the best legal defense in his corner.
His personal funds, including the sale of his home and accessing his 401k funds, have already been accounted for. He will already be left with nothing by the time this is over, which is punishment enough for any mistakes he may have unknowingly made. But even with all of that, we fear that as his case progresses, this will still not be enough based on estimates from the legal team he is seeking to hire. Our own funds are also being taken up by the many expenses that come with being incarcerated - commissary funds, communication costs, fees, etc.
All we would like is for him to come home to be with his friends, family, and children. This has been a traumatic and devastating experience for all of us that can never fully be made right again, but if he can one day be found innocent and released, we can start to make up for the lost time and he can rebuild his life.
Anyone who knows Steve knows that he is a helper through and through. He has always done anything and everything he can to help the people around him, and this is our chance to help him in return. Thank you in advance for any support you are able to offer us. Every little bit counts and every penny means the world to us right now.
Signed,
Steve's Sister.
This is a statement from his mother:
As a mother, one of the most difficult things is watching your child go through something you have no control over. We are 3 months into this devastating event, and I have no doubt that we have many more months to go.
To know that my son is facing this, and I can’t even see him physically or do anything has made me sad, depressed, angry, and feel helpless. I can’t even imagine how he must feel, but even during his own crisis, he is worried about me and his family, and others that are there with him.
I have no doubt that the fact that he has always been a helper and willing to give to others in need may be part of what has him in this situation. As parents we hope to raise our children to do the right thing and, considering the circumstances, some may question his integrity. But I know my son and anyone who has ever met him knows he is a good man. He may not be perfect, but he does not deserve what is happening to him. He needs our help now. Thank you.