Chapter
The Burden of Reasonable Doubt
40:13 - 42:01 (01:47)
The concept of reasonable doubt, a cornerstone of the US justice system, can have drastic consequences and leave defendants with a shadow over their heads for the rest of their lives.
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This podcast episode discusses the consequences of the reasonable doubt concept in the criminal justice system, specifically in cases where uncertain evidence leads to either wrongful conviction or the release of a guilty individual.
40:13 - 42:01 (01:47)
Criminal Justice System
Summary
This podcast episode discusses the consequences of the reasonable doubt concept in the criminal justice system, specifically in cases where uncertain evidence leads to either wrongful conviction or the release of a guilty individual. The Truman case is used as an example of this dilemma.