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The politics of innocence : how wrongful convictions shape public opinion /

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Norris, Robert J. (Author), Hicks, William D. (Author), Mullinix, Kevin J. (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: New York : New York University Press, [2023]
Subjects:
Judicial error > United States > Public opinion.
Criminal justice, Administration of > Political aspects > United States.
Electronic books.
Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
Table of Contents:
  • Introduction : the politics of innocence
  • The innocence movement in the United States
  • State politics, innocence advocacy, and wrongful conviction reforms
  • Public awareness of wrongful convictions
  • How wrongful convictions shape public opinion
  • Public support for innocence reforms
  • Conclusion : the politics of innocence 2.0.