My name is Haiji Whitsey am currently servin a Life without the Possibility of Parole sentence, for a crime I committed at 19 years old. I am deeply remorseful and take full responsibility for my actions. This is something I will live with the rest of my life. I could not even begin or put into words how deeply sorry I am to both their families. I can only honor them by being a better person, a productive person, a kind human being.

Over the past 29 years I have matured and made many improvements in my life to become a better person. Since being incarcerated I have achieved to get my GED also taken mean self help group and I'm a mentor to youth offenders .

Since becoming incarcerated I have maintained family support and found love within myself. My Girlfriend stands beside me supporting me and fighting for me and encouraging me. I cannot change the world, but will help who I can. For instance, my stepdaughter is only 5 years old, advocated for me to come home.she even attend Drop LWOP rally in Sacramento.
Please allow me to show that I am no longer the irresponsible, selfish, immature 19 year old I used to be but instead a 48year old man who has gained insight, remorse, and responsibility. I have a family to come home to, employment waiting, and the support of my family and friends. If given the opportunity, I believe the Governor and the Parole Board will see how I’ve turned my life around to become the man I am today.

I am Haiji Whitsey a boyfriend and stepfather that needs to make my family whole and be active and engaged in my family's everyday life. Thank you for taking the time to listen to my story.