#wrongful-conviction

#wrongful-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.

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

Iwao Hakamada received $1.4 million from Japan after 44 years on death row due to a wrongful conviction for murder.

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, the longest-serving death row inmate, awarded $1.4 million after wrongful conviction and exoneration in 2024.

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.

Michael Sullivan was exonerated after nearly 30 years in prison for a crime he didn't commit, emphasizing the emotional and physical toll of wrongful convictions.

The Birmingham Six event highlighted ongoing issues with wrongful convictions and police misconduct in the UK.

Oregon DOJ offers compensation for Frank Gable's wrongful conviction, reversing its previous position.

Frank Gable received a compensation offer after being wrongly convicted of Michael Francke's murder, highlighting issues of wrongful convictions.

Two wrongfully convicted men awarded $120 million after 16 years in prison.

The jury found they were coerced into false confessions and framed.

A sheriff's deputy in Georgia will not face charges for the fatal shooting of Leonard Cure, a Black man wrongfully imprisoned for 16 years.

Tim Darby condemns the British legal system for protecting its image over delivering justice, arguing that an innocent man is imprisoned for his brother's murder.

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

The family of Robert Darby believes Jason Moore is wrongfully convicted and is calling for his conviction to be overturned.

Kirstin Lobato was awarded over $34 million after being wrongfully imprisoned for nearly 16 years.

Gary Tyler's work exemplifies resilience and activism, stemming from his experience of wrongful conviction and long imprisonment.

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

Oregon passed a law in 2022 to compensate wrongfully convicted felons after social justice protests spurred legislative action.

Hanzlik was wrongfully convicted; new evidence reveals she wasn't present at the murder scene, leading to her release after a decade in prison.

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

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

Horace Roberts Jr. reflects on his difficulties adjusting to life after being wrongly imprisoned for 20 years, highlighting the challenges of reintegration.

The Central Park Five have sued Trump for defamation over false statements made during a presidential debate regarding their wrongful convictions.

The author's 18-year legal battle culminated in a conviction for criminal slander arising from police coercion during her interrogation.

Pedro Martinez is suing for wrongful accusations after being acquitted of child molestation, claiming manipulation and lack of evidence led to his conviction.

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

Michael Sullivan was exonerated after 26 years in prison, but a state law limits his compensation to $1 million instead of the awarded $13 million.

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

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

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

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

Jose Olivares, wrongfully convicted of child assault, had his conviction vacated due to outdated medical testimony regarding shaken baby syndrome.

Carlos Harris' release from jail is delayed due to bureaucratic red tape despite a judge's order for his release.

Witness admits giving false evidence against Mark 'Ozzy' Osborne, raising concerns about his wrongful conviction and the integrity of the justice 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.