Guilty Of Compensation

Far too many people have been convicted of a crime they did not commit and often serve more than half their lives in prison. After finally being exonerated depending on what state the individual is in may or may not have compensation statutes. Each state that does have compensation statutes differ and some inflict restrictions that could prove problematic. These wrongfully convicted individuals are deprived of liberty and freedom. The current judicial system needs to improve each state laws make compensation equally attainable and adequate and assist individuals who are wrongfully convicted to transition back into society because all these elements may help the individual find a livelihood again and states can take an important step toward
States that do have compensation statutes should reconsider examining them to ensure they are obtainable and sufficient for the wrongfully convicted. Although compensation is available unfortunately, …show more content…
It is vital that states take ownership on their errors and re-evaluate their justice system. Although no system is perfect, it is appalling that states continue to allow such misconduct and negligence. States have a responsibility to an individual to help re-establish their life. Police who investigate the crime should also be held accountable for falsify evidence and/or coercing an individual to falsely confess. In some instances, the suspect is manipulated and deceived by investigators. After hours of interrogation it is sad that the individual will eventually give in and tell the accuser what they want to hear, “I did it.” A common restriction includes if an individual falsely confessed they could be prohibited from receiving compensation. It is unethical to lock someone up knowing that there is no sufficient evidence or coercing the individual to falsely