Examining Wrongful Convictions: Stepping Back, Moving Forward

by Allison D. Redlich (Editor), James R. Acker, Robert J. Norris

In Examining Wrongful Stepping Back, Moving Forward , the premise is that much can be learned by "stepping back" from the focus on the direct causes of wrongful convictions and examining criminal justice systems, and the sociopolitical environments in which they operate. Expert scholars examine the underlying individual, systemic, and social or structural conditions that may help precipitate and sustain wrongful convictions, thereby "moving forward" the related scholarship.

384 pages, Paperback

First published July 16, 2014

Reviews

[Chrissy Shea Adams · Rating 4 out of 5]

I assigned this book for a class I’m teaching this fall. But even if it’s for work it counts here! This book is a collection of academic articles about the various causes and effects of wrongful convictions as well as the history and development of their recognition. It is definitely written in academic style but I liked the general template - looking back (at history) and stepping forward (with reforms). Even if you’re not taking a class on the subject I recommend the book if you’re interested in the topic.
It’s receiving 4 stars instead of 5 because I wasn’t a fan of opinion sections. As a Univeristy textbook I’d rather they stick to what the research suggests.
Thank you to the publishers for a free instructor copy of this book.