In 2009, as a young 19-year-old that may not have made the best decisions, I was put in a situation that would change my life forever. After I realized I needed to make better choices in life cause of my adolescent young minded youth was holding me back from becoming the man God sent forth 4 me to live has came down to decisions that would ultimately lead me and my community to a be more filling purpose and a more promising future the surrounding communities. I'm not perfect but I will strave for the perfection everyday of 2with an opportunity as we american all have in common it everyday of my life. It's more  cause if I  mint I enrolled into the Army and past the ASVAB test.

I never gave up on myself. However; shortly after when I was about to finish highschool, I was charged with aggravated assault on a public servant for only trying to flee the scene of a robbery I didn't even know was happening. Although I do take some responsibility, I was too young to understand that I could have fought for my life and my rights, but instead I was manipulated into serving 11 years of my life behind bars. Anyone who sits down and gets to know me knows I'm one of the most respectful kind hearted people you'll ever meet.

As of today, I've been fighting a case for almost 3 years. From the time that I made bond until now, I've been pulled over 5 times and 3 of those times I was by myself and had nothing on me. Two of those times the people I was with had drugs on them that they claimed and took charges for. But, I was also charged and am now facing trial because of the way I'm perceived by law enforcement. All due to the charge from 2009 which again, if I had the knowledge I have now, would have been a different outcome. Especially since existing video footage will not be released and was kept under wraps at my original trial.

All I want in this world is a chance at a good life. One where I have freedom and I'm able to be there for my family without having to look over my shoulder. While I was in prison, I found my true calling. I, Adam Vidales, I'm an amazing artist. I have a true gift that I want to share with the world. And all I want is a chance to do that freely. I want to share my talents and teachings with my community in so many ways. I have big dreams and hopes for my future, but until I get this monkey off my back I don't know how to make it happen. That's why I need your help. My fight is with the City of Lubbock so no lawyer wants to take my case with the funding I have available. Also, I would be arguing my case within the same branch of the legal system that I am opposing which seems like a no win situation for me.

I'd like to change venues to Dallas so that I can find a lawyer who will give me a real fighting chance. If I lose this case I will probably spend the next 40 to 60 years in prison missing out on my beautiful children's lives and probably never getting the chance to show the world what I can do. I have a son and daughter and another daughter due in 10 weeks. My girlfriend and I have also been working to open up a business, but with a baby on the way it's been difficult to get the funding we need. I'm currently enrolled at South Plain College for my art major. I just want a second chance, and with your voice I truly believe I can make it happen.