My mother is asking for a second look at my brother's case, and I wanted to share why this matters so much to our family.
Marino has been in prison for 17 years. Over that time, he's done the hard work—rehabilitation programs, hundreds of certificates, written a book, stayed positive. He's genuinely changed. But with my mother's health declining, we're running out of time. We're asking the court to review his case and consider releasing him. He's not a threat. He's ready to come home and be part of our lives again.
I started a petition because I believe in second chances, especially when someone has actually earned it. States are starting to recognize that people can transform, and that rehabilitation should matter. Marino's case is exactly the kind that deserves a second look.
If this resonates with you—if you've ever believed someone deserved a chance to prove they've changed—would you consider signing and sharing? What would you want if this was your family member?