Opinion: Second chance laws work. I'm proof of it.
At just 16 years old, I made a drastic decision that derailed my life. But I'm the beneficiary of a law that allowed me to redefine myself.
New data shows evictions have surged past pre-pandemic levels, fueled by shrinking aid, high rents, and weakened tenant protections.
You have time, options, and legal recourse. And you’re more likely to get a better outcome if you’re well informed.
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