Defendants & Their Families
If you or a family member has been charged with a crime and you believe the evidence against them is unreliable, incomplete, or improperly obtained, WCI Defend can conduct an independent review of the charging materials.
WCI DEFEND
Your Case Is Active. Time Matters.
WCI Defend is an AI-assisted pretrial document review service for individuals currently facing criminal charges. If there are problems in how your case was built — we can help identify them before trial, not after.
TWO PROGRAMS, ONE MISSION
WCI Defend is not WCI.
The standard Wrongful Conviction Initiative reviews post-conviction cases — individuals who have already been tried and sentenced. WCI Defend is a separate service for active cases. Different documents. Different analysis. Different urgency.
STANDARD WCI
Post-Conviction Review
- Subject has been convicted and sentenced
- Reviews trial transcripts, appeals, habeas materials
- Identifies forensic issues for post-conviction legal action
- Standard timeline: 4–8 weeks
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WCI DEFEND
Pretrial Defense Review
- Subject is currently facing active charges
- Reviews police reports, indictments, charging documents
- Identifies defense opportunities before trial
- Priority timeline for urgent deadlines
ELIGIBILITY
Who Can Submit a WCI Defend Case?
Defense Attorneys
WCI Defend gives defense attorneys an independent AI-assisted review of prosecution materials — identifying forensic weaknesses, evidentiary gaps, and investigative leads before the case reaches trial.
Public Defenders & Legal Aid
WCI Defend is available at no cost to submitters. Public defenders and legal aid attorneys with limited resources are especially encouraged to submit.
SCOPE OF REVIEW
What WCI Defend Analyzes
WCI Defend reviews pretrial documents for issues that may affect the strength of the prosecution's case, including:
- Police reports and incident reports
- Arrest affidavits and probable cause statements
- Indictments and charging documents
- Forensic evidence cited in charging materials
- Expert findings presented at the pretrial stage
- Eyewitness identification procedures
- Chain of custody documentation
- Potential constitutional issues (search, seizure, Miranda)
If your case has a hearing, arraignment, or trial date approaching, note the deadline clearly when you submit. WCI Defend prioritizes cases with active legal timelines. Contact us directly at info@wciusa.org if your situation is time-sensitive.
DELIVERABLE
Your WCI Defend Report
Every WCI Defend case review produces a structured report that includes:
- Analysis of charging documents for evidentiary weaknesses
- Review of any forensic evidence cited — assessed against current scientific standards
- Identification of investigative leads and records to subpoena
- Potential pretrial motion opportunities
- Referrals to defense attorneys and legal resources in your state if you do not currently have representation
WCI Defend reports are analytical tools — not legal advice. Always work with a licensed defense attorney. If you need help finding one, our report will point you in the right direction.
GET STARTED
Submit a WCI Defend Case
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Create an account at portal.wciusa.org
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Select “Pretrial / WCI Defend” when asked about your case stage
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Upload your charging documents and complete the intake form
Go to the Portal
No cost. Confidential. Reviewed by WCI staff and credentialed experts. Questions? Email info@wciusa.org
DISCLAIMER
WCI Defend is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. WCI Defend reports are analytical tools designed to assist licensed defense attorneys. Nothing in this service constitutes legal representation or creates an attorney-client relationship. Do not miss court deadlines while waiting for a WCI Defend report. Always consult a licensed attorney.