Social Justice
Marissa Alexander Free on Bond
Marissa Alexander is home with her family on Thanksgiving
Marissa Alexander, the Florida woman who has been accused of shooting at her abusive husband, is out free on bond and is under house arrest.
Her first conviction was overturned and she was granted a new trial which is set to begin on March 31, 2014.
Alexander is charged with firing shots near her husband, which she claims were warning shots to fight off her abusive husband.
But the fight continues!
Please stay tuned to Unheard Voices for more on Marissa Alexander and her story.
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