Who we are
Reclaiming Our Options Together (ROOT) Legal is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization incorporated under “ROOT Legal, Inc.”Our tax ID number is 33-1736906. Our solicitation registration number is CH77193.
We represent court-designated victims whose rights have been ignored within the criminal justice system—particularly those who choose not to or are unable to pursue prosecution. We also engage in advocacy, research and public education.
We are committed to protecting the rights and well-being of individuals navigating policing, courts, victim rights, and other forms of legal oversight. Our mission is to decarcerate our culture by confronting the systemic inequalities that lead individuals into the prison pipeline. By prioritizing non-punitive options that center what the victim in question is actively asking for, this model shifts the focus from punishment to healing, effectively addressing the root causes of crime and preventing harm rather than reacting to it.
Our Mission
to transform misconceptions about public safety by Truly Listening to the voices of those affected by crime—because they know best what Justice means to them. Through legal representation, mediation, community support, and social services, we strive to address victim dissatisfaction with the criminal justice system by Offering options that empower victims, defendants, and communities to address the Root CAUSES of harm. Rather than pursuing punitive measures that may not align with Victim’s needs and often result in further distress, we focus on facilitating their unique visions for justice and healing, Equipping COMMUNITIES with the tools necessary to foster meaningful and lasting change.
Our Goals
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Long term: To create a future where public safety is thought of holistically, and our public investments are in the things that truly keep people safe— housing, healthcare, employment, healthy relationships, and more.
Short Term
Pilot Program for Change: Research and implement innovative solutions that reflect victims' desires for justice, moving beyond punitive measures.
Reclaiming Power back to the People: Organize community resources in Miami-Dade County to challenge failing systems and promote meaningful change.
Reforms: Publish data supporting innovative approaches to public safety, shrinking the impact of the criminal legal system and focusing on measures that prevent rather than respond to harm.
