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Punk Music
Jack has supported and been involved with DIY music around the country and in Atlanta for many years. Finding a straight edge community in hardcore punk meant the world to Jack. For years he lived in and ran a sober DIY show space, purposely booking shows to fundraise for causes he believed in and centering […]
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Rock Climbing
there are few people that love climbing the way jack loves climbing, who are inspiring, thoughtful, hilarious, and strong like jack is. when he decides to accomplish something, the dedication to it is inspiring whether it is climbing a 13,000ft peak deep in the sierras, getting up a rarely climbed chimney in Tennessee, or clearing […]
In a significant development in Jack’s legal battle, on March 29, a judge in Fulton County Court granted him bond! With this decision, Jack will be released from jail in the coming days, reuniting him with his loved ones and community. Fulton County often delays releasing people who have been granted bond, but we will advocate rigorously to ensure his quick release.
The cash bond amount was set for $75,000 and Jack was ordered 24-hour house arrest. There were a number of other conditions set by the judge that restrict Jack’s ability to work, engage in community, or even to meet with his lawyer at his office.
As Jack prepares to transition back to freedom, continued support remains crucial. Letters of encouragement and books sent to him during his time in incarceration have provided a lifeline, and we encourage supporters to maintain this solidarity.
Additionally, sustained advocacy and legal efforts will continue, with funds raised being allocated towards covering legal fees and the high costs associated with home detention and the inability to work while under house arrest.
Together, we are committed to ensuring Jack stays free!
Write to Jack
Jack is a beloved community member living in Atlanta. He’s been an outspoken political activist for many years. He’s been an active member in multiple DIY music scenes. (Check out his band Creative Control!) He loves rock climbing, nature, and world history.
Please write to Jack and show your support. Let him know he is loved and supported! Please remember to address envelopes to ‘John’ but you can refer to him as Jack inside the letters.
- When writing, please DO NOT mention the specific allegations or discuss the nature of Jack’s case.
Jack loves rock climbing, history, philosophy, Zen Buddhism, “The Middle Way”, poetry, vegan prison recipes, hip hop, straight edge, punk, carpentry/DIY construction, sewing, he wants to hear anecdotes that felt special to you from just everyday things. You could share your critiques and opinions about interesting theories or historical events. You could write about a sunset or a wholesome gathering or a way a song made you feel.
Email Jack at freejack@riseup.net
Support the Fund
Jack and his support system need funds to hire a lawyer who will represent him for this hearing, and beyond. This fund will also cover Jacks commissary, jail phone calls, bills, and home repairs from the destructive police raid.