Alyssa Bustamante pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and armed criminal action of Elizabeth Olten, a 9-year-old girl that she planned to kill beforehand. Elizabeth's mother also filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the clinic treating Alyssa's mental health issues for negligence.
A mother’s plea for justice resurfaces after her son was convicted for a crime he did not commit. New evidence reveals questions about the integrity of the conviction, creating the hope for a possible exoneration.
A juror discusses how she and her peers served justice in a case where a father killed his son, emphasizing the gravity of the situation for the family involved.
The speaker expresses frustration about the lack of real justice and calls for someone with state or federal authority to investigate and address the physical and emotional hurdles caused by the trend of misinformation.
The podcaster discusses her mission to seek justice, answers, and accountability for what took place during the January 6th US Capitol insurrection, fueled by her anger and confusion over the events that occurred.
The jurors in Scott County find Marty guilty, bringing relief to Herb who had hoped that the verdict would encourage others to come forward and reveal information about the county. The uncertainty of the verdict had caused fear among those waiting for justice.
The speaker emphasizes the importance of treating people as human beings, and providing justice for all, even those who are perceived as "bad guys" such as drug dealers and criminals.
The speaker expresses satisfaction that justice got served for OJ Simpson, who had allegedly wanted "white justice."
John tried to do the right thing by protecting his daughter and Isaiah, but despite solid recorded evidence, the two murder-for-hire charges were dismissed by prosecutors.
There is controversy surrounding the murder conviction of Hannah Overton due to various odd details surrounding the case, but there is not enough evidence to justify her life sentence.
The speaker expresses the hope that justice will be served for the victims of a crime, particularly Tim McClain, and emphasizes the importance of accountability for the perpetrator.
Upholding systemic inequality and injustice makes individuals complicit in creating a society with injustice and inequality. Despite economic circumstances, fixing this is in everyone's best interest and requires learning how to apologize when mistakes are made.
Kristen had been trying for years to make progress in her mother's murder case, but faced roadblocks from the liaison appointed by the prosecutor and allegedly rude behavior from the prosecutor himself.
The speaker navigates through the streets of New York, expressing uncertainty about whether certain people are conceited or famous, in search of someone earnestly pursuing justice.
A former student confronts authority in a prison, challenging a moral injustice that was happening and making it clear that she is willing to pay the price despite the cruel abuse happening on the night shift.
The family of Steven Smith, who was murdered in South Carolina, is independently raising funds to find his killer and seek justice. They are asking for the same level of dedication from law enforcement that went into solving a double homicide case.
The concept of an innate sense of what is right or wrong is often attributed to a Buddhist idea, but many argue that it is learned through external influences and teachings.
After being imprisoned for almost 40 years for the murders of Annette and Bobby Joe, James may finally face justice thanks to time, tenacity, and technology.
The podcast episode discusses the importance of holding a higher standard towards individuals who get away with crimes, effectively communicating the trauma faced by some individuals and helping them heal, and the significance of acknowledging those going through difficult times.
The podcast explores two different stories: one of a man who turns to vigilante justice to deal with a former employee and another about the issues of fine slavery and the cycle of debt it creates within certain communities.
Raquel's family is still seeking answers and justice for her 1985 murder in Hartford, Connecticut. They urge anyone with information to come forward and help bring closure to the family.
The Conviction Review Unit listened to the Ehrlichs' plea for justice and scrutinized their 34-page letter, investigating new leads and other individuals present at the scene.
