Tag: death-penalty
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The Michael Clark Case: A Legal Battle Unfolding. Michael Clark’s Attorney Fails to Refute DA’s Findings, Plays the Blame Game Instead. Adam Frank’s Reckless Leak and the Distorted Narrative Surrounding Michael Clark
On March 25, 2025, I attended yet another hearing for the Michael Clark case via Webex. For those unfamiliar with this case, a simple Google search will reveal its extensive coverage in Colorado. Despite its widespread media attention, this is not a high-profile case in the traditional sense. Instead, it is yet another instance of…
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Colorado’s Post-Conviction Justice Reform: A Step Toward Transparency Following the CBI Scandal, why is Michael Clark constantly being brought up in the media while the other 800 men and women affected by this scandal are overlooked? What are we missing here?
The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is at the center of a forensic scandal that has shaken the state’s judicial system. The decades-long misconduct of Yvonne “Missy” Woods, a veteran DNA scientist at the CBI, has cast doubt on hundreds of convictions, prompting calls for systemic change. A new law is in development, aiming to…
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The Politics of Clemency: A Holiday Tradition or a Political Stunt? The Inconsistencies of Clemency: A Call for Fairness and Transparency. The Influence of Advocacy Organizations on Clemency: A Closer Look at the Second Chance Center Colorado.
Justyna M. in Criminal Justice This publication is dedicated to those who have been denied clemency or a reduction in their sentence, despite deserving a second chance. I want to emphasize the importance of maintaining hope and not giving up. This article highlights the inconsistencies and injustices in the clemency process and how certain nonprofit…
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LA County DA Gascón’s Gamble: The Menendez Brothers—A Genuine Pursuit of Justice or a Desperate Political Move? Where Is Leslie Abramson, Their Original Defense Attorney? Exploring the Brothers’ Second Chance at Life Beyond the Death Penalty.
Justyna M. in Criminal Justice “The truth may hurt for a little, but a lie hurts forever.” – Unknown In recent years, the Menendez brothers, convicted of the brutal murders of their parents in 1989, have gained a significant online following. Their story, once a symbol of privilege and patricide, has been reinterpreted by some…
Justice Unlocked. 