Wrongful convictions
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Rising number of exonerees reflects flaws in justice system
Convicts are turning to methods that have freed others who were wrongfully convicted, as well as new issues that continue
surfacing in the nation’s court system.
Clinic argues for man’s innocence
the Indiana Supreme Court is considering whether to accept a post-conviction case on an issue some say is an important question
of law relating to wrongful convictions.
Reforms urged to prevent mistakes
Indiana explores what revisions to make to its criminal justice system.
Escaping execution
Exoneree joins statewide campaign calling for a death-penalty moratorium.
Exonoree to speak at IU Law – Indy
Juan Roberto Melendez-Colon, who spent more than 17 years on Florida's death row before his exoneration, will speak about his experience Jan. 12 at Indiana University School of Law – Indianapolis. A documentary about his time on death row will also be shown.
Bill proposes monetary relief for exonoree
A man recently released from prison after DNA evidence proved his innocence may receive $100,000 if one Indiana representative's bill passes.
Disciplinary case ends for 1, continues for judge
A Marion County commissioner has resolved the judicial disciplinary action against her, though a similar case against her supervising judge proceeded today with the start of a two-day hearing.
Wrongfully convicted man to speak at IU-Indy
An advocate for legal reform who was wrongfully convicted of capital murder will visit Indiana University School of Law – Indianapolis to give a lecture based on his new book.