Andrew Landells

Andrew Landells, currently serving a 15-year sentence for marijuana trafficking and money laundering, is on a mission to shed light on the injustice faced by nonviolent marijuana-related offenders. Picked up by the feds with no bond, he faced the stark choice of taking a plea or risking life in trial. Andrew believes it's time to address the prolonged injustice affecting not only the prisoners but also their families, particularly the women and innocent children who endure mental, financial, and demographic struggles.

Behind the prison walls, Andrew observes a harsh reality reminiscent of the 1980s drug epidemic in Harlem, Bushwick, and East New York. He advocates for a model similar to Germany, emphasizing the impact on recidivism rates when individuals can provide for their families.

Andrew's journey is marked by indescribable moments, including the day that forever altered his children’s lives The consequences played out in slow motion—private school halted, custody transferred, and communication severed with his two youngest girls for two painful years. Andrew Landells is a voice for those affected by the hidden consequences of nonviolent marijuana-related offenses.