A cascade of small errors and missed opportunities can lead to a catastrophic failure of the justice system and the wrongful conviction of an innocent person.  The only sure way to correct a wrongful conviction is to prevent it from occurring. Hear statistical evidence, lessons learned, a case study of an exoneration achieved before sentencing, and the personal experience of a Virginia exoneree.

MCLE Credit:  1.0 Hour: -- Ethics PENDING

Sponsor:  Criminal Law Section