Uplift: He was sentenced to life in prison but kept his faith and now saves lives with his parole business.

The Steve Harvey Morning Show

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Comedy, Society & Culture

4.6 • 2.1K Ratings

🗓️ 28 July 2025

⏱️ 35 minutes

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Summary

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dominique Leonard.

Founder of Jus' Free, a parole package provider. Here are some key highlights and themes from the conversation:

🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways 1. From Incarceration to Inspiration

Dominique Leonard was sentenced to life in prison for a non-aggravated robbery.
He discovered that “life” sentences can vary, and his was eligible for parole after 5.5 to 6 years.
He was denied parole initially, which led him to take control of his own legal journey.

2. Birth of “Jus' Free”

After being denied parole, Dominique created his own parole package with the help of his family.
He realized many inmates are unaware of how they are presented to the parole board.
This inspired him to found Jus' Free, a service that helps inmates humanize themselves through custom parole packages.

3. Faith, Family, and Redemption

Dominique credits his faith and family for his transformation.
He emphasizes that making a bad decision doesn’t make someone a bad person.
His story is a testament to second chances and the power of self-advocacy.

4. Entrepreneurial Journey

After release, he started with humble jobs and gradually built Just Free into a business.
He took a paralegal course to deepen his legal knowledge.
He began by contacting inmates directly and now boasts an 82% success rate in helping clients secure parole.

5. Impact and Legacy

Dominique’s work not only helps inmates but also supports their families.
His story is a reminder of the importance of empathy, support systems, and believing in redemption.

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