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Why the Innocent Plead Guilty and the Guilty Go Free
Book • 2005
Judge Jed S. Rakoff's "Why the Innocent Plead Guilty and the Guilty Go Free" delves into the complexities and inherent flaws within the American criminal justice system.
Rakoff, a highly respected federal judge, exposes the systemic issues that lead to wrongful convictions and the disproportionate punishment of the innocent.
He meticulously examines plea bargaining, the pressures on defendants, and the limitations of legal representation, highlighting how these factors contribute to unjust outcomes.
The book serves as a critical analysis of the system's failures and advocates for necessary reforms to ensure fairness and equity.
Rakoff's insights are based on his extensive experience presiding over numerous high-profile cases, providing a unique perspective on the challenges faced by both defendants and the judiciary.
Rakoff, a highly respected federal judge, exposes the systemic issues that lead to wrongful convictions and the disproportionate punishment of the innocent.
He meticulously examines plea bargaining, the pressures on defendants, and the limitations of legal representation, highlighting how these factors contribute to unjust outcomes.
The book serves as a critical analysis of the system's failures and advocates for necessary reforms to ensure fairness and equity.
Rakoff's insights are based on his extensive experience presiding over numerous high-profile cases, providing a unique perspective on the challenges faced by both defendants and the judiciary.
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Emily Bazelon in relation to the challenges of eyewitness identification in the legal system.
Emily Bazelon in relation to the challenges of eyewitness identification in the legal system.
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