Defend · Educate · Liberate
The Defendant Aid Society is a 501(c)(3) charity and a national network of attorneys, paralegals, and volunteers — standing with defendants, federal inmates, and the families who love them.
“You can only protect your liberties in this world by protecting the other man’s freedom.” Clarence Darrow, Trial Attorney
For inmates, defendants, and their families. Start with a simple request — a real person will follow up, usually within 72 hours. Free and low-cost support is available.
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Behind every case number is a person, and a family waiting. A few of the people we’ve been privileged to stand beside.
What We Do
Three commitments, one mission: to stand between ordinary people and the overwhelming power of the state.
Case reviews, second opinions, document review, paralegal and pro se support, and access to affiliated attorneys for anyone accused or targeted by a government agency.
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Clinics, seminars, and resources teaching individuals, families, and businesses how to protect their rights, prepare in advance, and engage in civic activism.
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FSA & Second Chance Act help, administrative remedies, pro se § 2255 / § 2241 / § 3582 support, and our free Inmate Support service connecting families across the wall.
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A Smarter Way to Help More People
With more than 100 people in our care at any time, every minute counts. We use AI tools to handle first-touch questions, intake screening, and routine communication — so our small professional staff can focus where it matters most: real legal work.
For the safety of our volunteers, our team members communicate using protective first names. You are always speaking with a real, dedicated member of the DAS team.
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Every gift helps us stand with defendants, families, and the incarcerated — often when the stakes are highest and the options are few.
