Criminal Justice - Wrongful Convictions

Catalog description

In this course, students will explore the causes and consequences of wrongful convictions within the criminal justice system. The course examines high-profile cases, the role of flawed investigations, eyewitness misidentifications, prosecutorial misconduct, and systemic biases that contribute to these tragic errors. Through case studies and interactive discussions, students will learn about the real-life impacts on individuals and the broader implications for justice reform. This course challenges students to critically evaluate how these miscarriages of justice occur and what can be done to prevent them.