Women and Crime Melissa Lucio
Mar 8, 2022
In this compelling discussion, Vanessa Potkin, Director of Special Litigation at the Innocence Project, sheds light on the heartbreaking case of Melissa Lucio. She explains how Melissa's behavior after her daughter's tragic death was misinterpreted as guilt. The conversation delves into the coercion behind false confessions and the significant flaws in the legal system that have contributed to wrongful convictions. Potkin emphasizes the importance of advocacy, systemic reform, and public awareness in the fight for justice, making a case that time may be running out for an innocent woman.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Case of Melissa Lucio: A Life in Crisis
02:09 • 16min
Pressured Confessions and the Legal System
18:19 • 2min
Investing for the Future and Educational Opportunities
19:51 • 2min
The Dynamics of False Confessions and Coercive Interrogation
21:53 • 2min
The Complexity of Melissa Lucio's Trial
24:13 • 18min
The Case of Melissa Lucio: Injustice and Advocacy
42:11 • 19min
Exploring Justice: The Case of Melissa Lucio
01:00:50 • 2min