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Trump sued by Central Park Five for defamation over claims made during Harris debate

Donald Trump faces a defamation lawsuit from the Central Park Five over false claims made during a debate about their convictions.

Central Park Five Sues Trump for Defamatory' Remarks Made at Presidential Debate

The Central Park Five have filed a defamation lawsuit against Donald Trump for false statements made during a debate.

Central Park 5 Sue Trump Over Debate Comments Wrongly Calling Them Guilty

Five men formerly known as the 'Central Park Five' sued Trump for falsely asserting their guilt, causing emotional distress and reputational damage.

Trump sued for defamation by 'Central Park Five'

The Central Park Five sued Trump for defamation over false claims regarding their guilt made during a presidential debate.

Members Of 'Central Park Five' Slam Donald Trump At DNC

The Exonerated Five criticized Trump for his role in their wrongful conviction and urged political engagement among the audience.

"Central Park Five" Sues Donald Trump For Defamation Over Remarks Made At September Presidential Debate

The five men wrongfully convicted in the Central Park case are suing Donald Trump for defamation over his false statements during a presidential debate.

Trump sued by Central Park Five for defamation over claims made during Harris debate

Donald Trump faces a defamation lawsuit from the Central Park Five over false claims made during a debate about their convictions.

Central Park Five Sues Trump for Defamatory' Remarks Made at Presidential Debate

The Central Park Five have filed a defamation lawsuit against Donald Trump for false statements made during a debate.

Central Park 5 Sue Trump Over Debate Comments Wrongly Calling Them Guilty

Five men formerly known as the 'Central Park Five' sued Trump for falsely asserting their guilt, causing emotional distress and reputational damage.

Trump sued for defamation by 'Central Park Five'

The Central Park Five sued Trump for defamation over false claims regarding their guilt made during a presidential debate.

Members Of 'Central Park Five' Slam Donald Trump At DNC

The Exonerated Five criticized Trump for his role in their wrongful conviction and urged political engagement among the audience.

"Central Park Five" Sues Donald Trump For Defamation Over Remarks Made At September Presidential Debate

The five men wrongfully convicted in the Central Park case are suing Donald Trump for defamation over his false statements during a presidential debate.
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Brooklyn Man's Murder Conviction Overturned

Brooklyn man's murder conviction vacated after re-evaluation reveals unreliable eyewitness testimony and inadequate police investigation.

Man's murder conviction to be vacated after accuser implicated in crime

The Brooklyn DA moved to vacate Keith Roberts' murder conviction after a CRU investigation indicated he was likely innocent.

Innocent man freed from prison after Brooklyn DA's office's 40th exoneration in 10 years

Keith Roberts, wrongfully convicted in 1986, is exonerated after years in prison, revealing flaws in the justice system and a miscarriage of justice.

Brooklyn DA's Conviction Review Unit fights to right past wrongs

Brooklyn's Conviction Review Unit works to overturn wrongful convictions through careful review of past cases, showing the system's flaws and dedication to justice.

Brooklyn man becomes 40th exoneration by DA's office after decades-old murder conviction unravels

The Brooklyn DA's office is vacating Keith Roberts' wrongful conviction based on a flawed investigation and unreliable witness testimony, correcting a miscarriage of justice.

Brooklyn Man's Murder Conviction Overturned

Brooklyn man's murder conviction vacated after re-evaluation reveals unreliable eyewitness testimony and inadequate police investigation.

Man's murder conviction to be vacated after accuser implicated in crime

The Brooklyn DA moved to vacate Keith Roberts' murder conviction after a CRU investigation indicated he was likely innocent.

Innocent man freed from prison after Brooklyn DA's office's 40th exoneration in 10 years

Keith Roberts, wrongfully convicted in 1986, is exonerated after years in prison, revealing flaws in the justice system and a miscarriage of justice.

Brooklyn DA's Conviction Review Unit fights to right past wrongs

Brooklyn's Conviction Review Unit works to overturn wrongful convictions through careful review of past cases, showing the system's flaws and dedication to justice.

Brooklyn man becomes 40th exoneration by DA's office after decades-old murder conviction unravels

The Brooklyn DA's office is vacating Keith Roberts' wrongful conviction based on a flawed investigation and unreliable witness testimony, correcting a miscarriage of justice.
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True crime drama at Supreme Court pits Oklahoma against its top criminal court

Richard Glossip's potential exoneration highlights issues of prosecutorial misconduct and calls into question the integrity of death penalty cases.
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City Approves $7 Million Settlement for Exonerated Former Death Row Inmate

Glynn Simmons settled for $7.15 million after being wrongfully imprisoned for 48 years, highlighting police misconduct and the pursuit of justice.

East Flatbush man's 1986 murder conviction overturned following review by DA's office * Brooklyn Paper

Keith Roberts' wrongful conviction was overturned after a reinvestigation revealed flaws in testimony and police procedures.

Exonerated man reaches $7 million settlement after 48 years in prison

Glynn Simmons was exonerated in 2023 after nearly 50 years in prison, and has reached a $7.2 million settlement against Edmond, Oklahoma.

Sing Sing actor JJ Velazquez exonerated after wrongful conviction

Jon-Adrian JJ Velazquez's homicide conviction was vacated after 24 years, highlighting the impact of rehabilitation and justice reform.

After 44 Years on Death Row, Japanese Man Is Exonerated at Age 88

Iwao Hakamada was exonerated after 44 years, highlighting flaws in Japan's legal system regarding forced confessions and wrongful convictions.

Texas man exonerated after 34 years in prison for wrongful conviction

Benjamin Spencer, wrongfully convicted for 34 years, was finally exonerated, highlighting systemic failures in the justice system that allowed his conviction to persist.

City Approves $7 Million Settlement for Exonerated Former Death Row Inmate

Glynn Simmons settled for $7.15 million after being wrongfully imprisoned for 48 years, highlighting police misconduct and the pursuit of justice.

East Flatbush man's 1986 murder conviction overturned following review by DA's office * Brooklyn Paper

Keith Roberts' wrongful conviction was overturned after a reinvestigation revealed flaws in testimony and police procedures.

Exonerated man reaches $7 million settlement after 48 years in prison

Glynn Simmons was exonerated in 2023 after nearly 50 years in prison, and has reached a $7.2 million settlement against Edmond, Oklahoma.

Sing Sing actor JJ Velazquez exonerated after wrongful conviction

Jon-Adrian JJ Velazquez's homicide conviction was vacated after 24 years, highlighting the impact of rehabilitation and justice reform.

After 44 Years on Death Row, Japanese Man Is Exonerated at Age 88

Iwao Hakamada was exonerated after 44 years, highlighting flaws in Japan's legal system regarding forced confessions and wrongful convictions.

Texas man exonerated after 34 years in prison for wrongful conviction

Benjamin Spencer, wrongfully convicted for 34 years, was finally exonerated, highlighting systemic failures in the justice system that allowed his conviction to persist.
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Judge vacates Manhattan murder conviction after 26 years

Jon-Adrian JJ Velazquez was exonerated after 23 years in prison due to advancements in DNA forensics.

Criminal Law Professors Help Exonerate Falsely Convicted Man

Cheryl Wattley's work in exonerating a falsely convicted man exemplifies the critical intersection of law education and social justice advocacy.

Convicted Long Island killer John Bittrolff calls on DA to review case after Rex Heuermann charged in 'eerily similar' killing

John Bittrolff seeks exoneration after similarities found between his case and recent charges against Rex Heuermann for a 1993 murder.

Court clears man with severe learning difficulties of 1990 London murder

Oliver Campbell's exoneration highlights the longstanding issues of police interrogation tactics and the need for a more nuanced understanding of cognitive disabilities in legal contexts.

Family of Ethel Rosenberg say US document proves she was no Soviet spy

The family of Ethel Rosenberg seeks formal exoneration for her after new revelations suggest she was not a spy.
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Robert L. Allen, Who Shed Light on a Navy Yard Blast and Trial, Dies at 82

Robert L. Allen played a crucial role in telling the story and seeking justice for 50 Black sailors convicted of mutiny during World War II, who were later exonerated.

Families look back on legacy of Port Chicago and the fight for exoneration at Concord commemoration

The Navy recently exonerated all men involved in the Port Chicago disaster, highlighting the injustice faced by Black sailors during World War II.

Families look back on the legacy of Port Chicago and the victorious fight for exoneration at Concord commemoration

The Navy fully exonerated all men involved in the Port Chicago disaster on its 80th anniversary.

Robert L. Allen, Who Shed Light on a Navy Yard Blast and Trial, Dies at 82

Robert L. Allen played a crucial role in telling the story and seeking justice for 50 Black sailors convicted of mutiny during World War II, who were later exonerated.

Families look back on legacy of Port Chicago and the fight for exoneration at Concord commemoration

The Navy recently exonerated all men involved in the Port Chicago disaster, highlighting the injustice faced by Black sailors during World War II.

Families look back on the legacy of Port Chicago and the victorious fight for exoneration at Concord commemoration

The Navy fully exonerated all men involved in the Port Chicago disaster on its 80th anniversary.
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Navy exonerates Black sailors punished after 1944 Port Chicago explosion

Over 250 Black sailors exonerated by the Navy for refusing unsafe work after Port Chicago explosion in 1944.

Navy Exonerates Black Sailors Unfairly Convicted After World War II Disaster

The Port Chicago explosion in 1944 led to the unjust conviction of 258 Black sailors, known as the Port Chicago 50, which later contributed to the civil rights movement.

Exonerated: Bay Area leaders react after Navy clears Black sailors convicted in World War II Port Chicago explosion

Black sailors charged with mutiny in 1944 Port Chicago explosion exonerated after 80 years, addressing historic injustice and segregation issues.

Navy exonerates Black sailors punished after 1944 Port Chicago explosion

Over 250 Black sailors exonerated by the Navy for refusing unsafe work after Port Chicago explosion in 1944.

Navy Exonerates Black Sailors Unfairly Convicted After World War II Disaster

The Port Chicago explosion in 1944 led to the unjust conviction of 258 Black sailors, known as the Port Chicago 50, which later contributed to the civil rights movement.

Exonerated: Bay Area leaders react after Navy clears Black sailors convicted in World War II Port Chicago explosion

Black sailors charged with mutiny in 1944 Port Chicago explosion exonerated after 80 years, addressing historic injustice and segregation issues.
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Philadelphia Man Is Cleared in Shooting After About a Dozen Years in Prison

Weak evidence led to a man's exoneration in an attempted murder case after spending years in prison.
State conceded ineffective assistance by the original lawyer, leading to the dismissal of all charges against Charles Rice.

Charges dropped against 'misidentified' migrant accused in Times Square cop beatdown: DA

Jhoan Boada exonerated in Times Square mob attack case after misidentification by prosecutors.
Marcelino Estee identified as the real suspect, leading to Boada's case dismissal.

Met police drop rape investigation into Conservative MP Andrew Rosindell

Police drop rape and sexual assault investigation into Conservative MP Andrew Rosindell.
Rosindell has been completely exonerated as the evidence did not meet the threshold for prosecution.
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How will the new law to quash convictions of Post Office scandal victim work?

The UK government will introduce legislation to exonerate 700 victims of the Horizon Post Office scandal, following public outrage and calls for justice.
The government will also offer an upfront payment of £75,000 in compensation to affected victims, who must sign a statement affirming their innocence to claim the payment.

Sunak announces new legislation to swiftly exonerate' Post Office victims

New law to exonerate branch managers affected by the Horizon IT scandal
Hundreds of subpostmasters were wrongly convicted based on flawed IT system

Post Office hero Alan Bates hails new law to quash postmaster convictions

Former subpostmaster Alan Bates, who fought for justice for victims of the Horizon IT scandal, welcomes new government plans to exonerate them.
The government has also announced an upfront payment of £75,000 in compensation for affected victims.

How will the new law to quash convictions of Post Office scandal victim work?

The UK government will introduce legislation to exonerate 700 victims of the Horizon Post Office scandal, following public outrage and calls for justice.
The government will also offer an upfront payment of £75,000 in compensation to affected victims, who must sign a statement affirming their innocence to claim the payment.

Sunak announces new legislation to swiftly exonerate' Post Office victims

New law to exonerate branch managers affected by the Horizon IT scandal
Hundreds of subpostmasters were wrongly convicted based on flawed IT system

Post Office hero Alan Bates hails new law to quash postmaster convictions

Former subpostmaster Alan Bates, who fought for justice for victims of the Horizon IT scandal, welcomes new government plans to exonerate them.
The government has also announced an upfront payment of £75,000 in compensation for affected victims.
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2 Los Angeles County men exonerated after spending decades in prison

Two men wrongfully convicted of crimes have been exonerated and freed after spending decades in prison.
The Los Angeles County district attorney apologized to the men for their wrongful convictions.
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