

If you haven't already, we are asking that you take a few moments to email the parole board with a letter of your support. Below you will find a template you can copy/paste into your email. Please feel free to adjust as you see fit.
❤️ Thank you for your support ❤️
Please email: vpbmail@vpb.virginia.gov In the email subject line include: Letter of support/Dustin Turner #1091591
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Re: Dustin A. Turner #1091591
Dear Parole Board Members:
I am writing to advocate for the parole of Dustin Turner, who has been incarcerated for over 29 years. During this time, he has dedicated himself to personal growth and positively impacting those around him.
Dustin has developed several initiatives, including:
- A victim-oriented offender rehabilitation program
- A therapeutic horticulture program for veterans
- Multiple recycling, sustainability, and resource efficiency programs
- A training program for rescued dogs to help them become good canine citizens
His contributions extend to active participation in the Pocahontas Correctional Veterans Support Group, where he provides support to fellow veterans.
Dustin has shown genuine remorse for his actions and has garnered strong support from the community, which is eager to welcome him back. He has a comprehensive reentry plan, a robust support system, and promising employment opportunities awaiting him.
If granted parole, Dustin is committed to continuing his work with justice-involved veterans and applying the vocational skills he has learned during his incarceration. I wholeheartedly believe that Dustin deserves this second chance to rebuild his life and contribute positively to society.
Thank you for considering this request.
Respectfully,
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