It is not uncommon for exonorees to exhibit symptoms similar to post-traumatic stress disorder. Others fall victim to depression or drug and alcohol addiction as they struggle to re-enter society.

The problem is further compounded by the lack of assistance that is available to these men and women. Only twenty-five states allow exonorees to seek financial compensation upon release. Furthermore, though states have setup re-entry programs for released prisoners, the exonerated are often denied access to these resources.

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