A miraculous transformation after a wrongful conviction.

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A clerical error left Isaac Bunn with a wrongful felony conviction on his record, leading to long-term employment struggles and damage to his reputation and relationships. Now, he's started a new chapter and is working to build a brighter future for himself and his community.

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