A Criminal Justice
Support Network

The criminal legal process can be confusing and destructive.
We assist individuals and their loved ones at various stages of the legal process through Participatory Defense.

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Making a measurable impact for families and communities.

Resentencing Hearings

88

Incarcerated Individuals
Brought Home

55

Juvenile Hearings

16

Support Letters

769

Families Supported

150

Years of Incarcerated
Time Back

419

Families Shoulder to Shoulder has been engaging communities and reuniting families since 2018.

We assist individuals and their loved ones at various stages of the legal process through Participatory Defense, including arraignment, bail and release hearings, trial, the original sentencing hearing, early release through court proceedings, the Indeterminate Sentence Review Board (ISRB), and clemency and pardon hearings.

We aspire to serve as a blueprint for similar organizations across Washington State, particularly in counties with elevated incarceration rates.

Upcoming Events

Weekly Support

Register for our weekly Hub meeting, every Tuesday at 6:00pm via Zoom.

Submit your email address and we will contact you with instructions to join!