Who Are the Victims: Before They Were Prisoners

On January 5, 2026, Nicole Boynton walked free after twenty-three years inside. Georgia’s Survivor Justice Act recognized her as a victim — twenty-three years too late. The science says she is not alone. A new GPS series asks who else qualifies as a victim under Georgia law, and why the state has chosen to look away.

Georgia Survivor Justice Act: Guide for Incarcerated DV Survivors

Georgia’s Survivor Justice Act (HB 582) gives incarcerated domestic violence survivors the right to petition for resentencing. This guide explains who qualifies, how the process works, where to find free legal help, and how to build the strongest possible petition. Over 100 women in Georgia prisons could be eligible.

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