Max Sanchez, 42, and Jorge Cervantes, 52, are two individuals whose freedom is personally significant to me. Their current situation has touched my heart deeply and I believe it's time for a change. Both men are currently residing in Riverside, CA - a place they should be able to call home freely.

Max and Jorge's case is not unique. According to the Prison Policy Initiative, the United States incarcerates more people per capita than any other nation in the world (Wagner & Sawyer, 2020). This statistic is not just a number; it represents real lives like those of Max and Jorge.

The impact of their incarceration extends beyond them as individuals; it affects their families, friends and our community here in Riverside. The American Psychological Association states that incarceration can have long-lasting impacts on mental health (APA), which further underlines why we need to act now.

We are calling upon our local government officials in Riverside to review this case with fairness and justice at its core. We believe that everyone deserves a second chance at life outside prison walls. We urge you to join us in demanding their release - because they must be free.

Please sign this petition today so we can bring Max Sanchez and Jorge Cervantes back home where they belong.