AMEER WILLIAMS
M.E.G.A. INC.
From Prison Cell to Police Sergeant
MY STORY
I was born on July 7, 1977 (7/7/77) in New Haven, Connecticut. By age 22, I had 13 felonies and was serving a 15-year sentence. I missed my daughter’s birth. I watched my son grow up through letters and pictures. A professor looked me in the eye and said,
“It doesn’t matter if you get a pardon. No one will touch you.”
The system was designed to keep me trapped. Society expected me to fail.
I refused.
On December 12, 2012, I received a full pardon from the State of Connecticut—at the time, the longest criminal record ever pardoned in the state. Two years later, on July 28, 2014, I became a police officer with the New Haven Police Department. In April 2021, I was promoted to sergeant after scoring #9 out of over 60 candidates.
But my story doesn’t end there.
THE JOURNEY
Prison (1999-2003)
I served 5 years—4 in prison, 6 months in a halfway house, and 6 months on parole. Instead of letting it break me, I used that time to rebuild. I earned college credits, worked every program offered, and made a promise to my mother Velma: I would never be a burden to her again.
The Pardon (2012)
After years of hard work, education, and proving myself, I received a full pardon. It was the longest criminal record pardoned in Connecticut at that time—13 felonies.
Becoming a Cop (2014)
They said it couldn’t be done. A convicted felon becoming a police officer? Impossible. On July 28, 2014, I proved them wrong.
Promoted to Sergeant (2021)
I scored #9 out of over 60 candidates on the sergeant’s exam. I am believed to be the first documented convicted felon to become a police sergeant in United States history.
WHO I AM TODAY
Police Sergeant
New Haven Police Department
Badge #444 (Prison #266119)
Founder & CEO
M.E.G.A. Inc. (Making Everyone Great Again)
700+ pardons secured across CT, VA, NY, and federal cases
Author
From Prison to the Precinct: Velma’s Son
Podcast Host
Pardon My Thoughts (Launching January 2026)
Documentary Feature
Us vs Them (Premiering January 2026)
Entrepreneur
Co-founder, MEGA Motors & Mighty Deals LLC
Father of Three
Travon (30), Amoni (26, pursuing Master’s degree), Amare (10)
Community Member
Flaming Knights Motorcycle Club
EDUCATION
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PhD in Criminal Justice (In Progress) — Liberty University
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MBA — Master of Business Administration
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Master’s Degree — Global Development and Peace
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Bachelor of Arts — Social Sciences, University of Bridgeport (3.7 GPA)
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Associate’s Degree
RECOGNITION
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2023 — Connecticut Hall of Change
Named one of the “Great 8ers” -
Old New-Gate Prison Photo Display
Featured at Connecticut’s first prison, now a National Historic Landmark
Our Process
Our advisory process is designed to be seamless and effective, ensuring that individuals receive the best possible solutions for obtaining pardons and rebuilding their lives.
Consultation
Initial Meeting
During the consultation phase, we understand your needs and goals to create a personalized strategy for success on the path to obtaining a pardon and embracing new opportunities.
Strategy Development
Tailored Solutions
We develop customized strategies to guide individuals towards obtaining pardons and rebuilding their lives, providing the support and resources needed for a fresh start.
Implementation
Action Plan
The implementation phase involves executing the tailored solutions to achieve tangible results, creating a pathway towards a renewed life and opportunities.