#wrongful-conviction

#wrongful-conviction

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

The Missouri judge upheld Marcellus Williams's conviction despite arguments suggesting his innocence, marking a critical turn in the case ahead of his execution.

A man in Missouri was released after 34 years in prison due to a murder conviction being overturned.

Iwao Hakamada, wrongfully convicted of murder, acquitted after decades on death row, sparking renewed debate over Japan's death penalty.

Slepian's investigation into wrongful convictions started with David Lemus but led to Jon-Adrian "JJ" Velazquez's powerful plea for innocence.

Melissa Lucio, sentenced to death for her daughter's death, has been declared innocent by a Texas judge, advocating for the overturning of her conviction.

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

Iwao Hakamada was acquitted after 46 years on death row due to fabricated evidence and coercive practices in Japan's justice system.

Iwao Hakamada spent 50 years on death row for a wrongful conviction, highlighting issues of justice in Japan.

Robert Roberson's execution raises questions about the validity of shaken baby syndrome as a basis for conviction.

Missouri executed Marcellus Williams despite persistent claims of innocence and local prosecutors' support for revisiting his conviction.

Melissa Lucio's death sentence is challenged after a judge found evidence was withheld in her case, paving the way for possible exoneration.

A Missouri prosecutor seeks to exonerate a death row inmate, highlighting flaws in the conviction process and witness credibility.

Missouri's recent execution reflects a troubling trend in state-sponsored killings, with a dismissive approach to last-minute appeals and human life preservation.

Marcellus Williams's case exemplifies legal complexities in death penalty appeals, spotlighting wrongful convictions and calls for clemency amid new court hearings.

Oliver Campbell, wrongfully convicted of murder for 33 years, has had his conviction overturned, allowing him to live as an innocent man.

A man convicted of a racially charged murder case in 1989 now seeks exoneration after 35 years in prison, claiming he was wrongfully convicted.

Injustice persists despite overturned conviction after 30 years in jail.

The wrongful conviction of Arvel Marshall demonstrates the systemic failures in the criminal justice system leading to injustice.

Iwao Hakamada was acquitted of murder after 50 years, revealing significant flaws in Japan's judicial system, including evidence fabrication and coerced confessions.

Darien Harris was wrongfully convicted of murder in Chicago due to unreliable testimony, spending over a decade in prison before being exonerated.

The Central Park Five members are speaking out against Donald Trump during the DNC, highlighting his past actions and opinions regarding their wrongful convictions.

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

Jon-Adrian Velazquez was exonerated after nearly 27 years in prison due to new DNA evidence, highlighting flaws in the justice system.

The Friends and Family of the Wrongfully Convicted organization supports individuals wrongfully incarcerated by providing legal assistance, advocacy, and personal support during reintegration.

Facial recognition technology can lead to wrongful arrests, highlighting a critical need for its regulation and oversight in the legal system.

Trump falsely claimed the Central Park Five pled guilty, prompting them to file a lawsuit for defamation.

The lawsuit highlights ongoing racial injustice against the Central Park Five, now the Exonerated Five.

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

The Central Park Five lawsuit against Trump revolves around his defamatory statements made during a televised debate.

The Central Park Five continue to advocate against racial injustice and emphasize the importance of accountability in the justice system.

Robert Roberson's execution raises concerns about wrongful conviction based on questionable shaken baby syndrome evidence.

Rob Robert's execution was halted amid concerns about the reliability of shaken baby syndrome as a basis for conviction.

Missouri Supreme Court halts immediate release of man whose murder conviction was overturned amidst legal battles.

Lawyers must provide door-to-door apologies after using a loud recording to test witness credibility, deemed excessive and inappropriate by a federal judge.

Marcel Brown was wrongfully convicted and awarded $50 million, marking a historic case of police misconduct and false confessions leading to wrongful imprisonment.

Emmanuel Jean was wrongfully convicted and imprisoned for 16 years, leading to a lawsuit against the police for framing him.

Gerardo Cabanillas, wrongfully convicted for 30 years, alleges police coercion and evidence fabrication in his lawsuit against South Gate police.

Oliver Campbell has been cleared of murder after 33 years, paving the way for a life free from wrongful conviction.

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

Freddie Owens was executed despite recantation of a key witness's testimony and doubts about his guilt, raising questions about the judicial process.

The Missouri Supreme Court halted a plea deal for Marcellus Williams, raising concerns over wrongful conviction and the power struggle in such cases.

Harris Sr. faces death penalty; his nephew expected life without parole for Terry Cheek's 1998 murder linked to financial motives and wrongful convictions.

Glynn Simmons was wrongfully imprisoned for 48 years, becoming the longest-serving exonerated prisoner in U.S. history before receiving compensation for his ordeal.