Professor and advocate Marc Howard’s work in criminal justice reform began after his childhood friend was wrongfully convicted of murder. Now, he’s aiming to reform the prison system on a national level.

Prior to Reginald McFadden’s 1994 killing spree, a 3-2 majority vote was all that was needed for a prisoner to be recommended for commutation in Pennsylvania.

In an exclusive interview with Oxygen.com, Kardashian West opens about two cases featured in “Kim Kardashian West: The Justice Project.” 

"She’s one of the most powerful forces in criminal justice, and her story was really inspiring to me,” Kardashian West said of #cut50 co-founder Jessica Jackson.

Although Kim Kardashian West believes there is an “appropriate time” that people who have committed crimes should serve in prison, she says many of those behind bars deserve the chance to reform themselves.

The five things that prove Kardashian West is serious about changing the system. 

Kim Kardashian West is already changing lives, and she's not even a lawyer yet.

David Sheppard took his first steps out of custody in nearly 30 years into the arms of family and friends. As they were reunited, one of the Sheppard’s sons wore a necklace saying "Free Wavy,” referring to a nickname for the father of six.