prosecutorial misconduct

Judges Mostly Agree on Most Problematic Prosecutorial Misconduct, But That Doesn’t Translate to Accountability

Judges Mostly Agree on Most Problematic Prosecutorial Misconduct, But That Doesn’t Translate to Accountability

Despite broad agreement that unethical behaviors are worthy of investigation, disciplinary action is rarely taken.

03.23.23 by Innocence Staff

This Prosecutor’s Misconduct Sent Two Innocent People to Jail. Now He’s Been Disbarred.

This Prosecutor’s Misconduct Sent Two Innocent People to Jail. Now He’s Been Disbarred.

Richard Jackson's misconduct sent Dennis Allen and Stanley Mozee to prison for a crime they didn’t commit.

05.19.21 by Daniele Selby

Only One Prosecutor Has Ever Been Jailed for Misconduct Leading to a Wrongful Conviction

Only One Prosecutor Has Ever Been Jailed for Misconduct Leading to a Wrongful Conviction

11.11.20 by Daniele Selby

Why Holding Prosecutors Accountable Is So Difficult

Why Holding Prosecutors Accountable Is So Difficult

Innocence Project senior litigation counsel Nina Morrison discusses prosecutorial misconduct.

04.23.20 by Emma Zack

Innocence Project Statement on Netflix Series featuring Massachusetts Drug Lab Scandal

Innocence Project Statement on Netflix Series featuring Massachusetts Drug Lab Scandal

04.03.20 by Emma Zack

WATCH: Netflix Trailer for The Innocence Files, the Innocence Project-Inspired Series

WATCH: Netflix Trailer for The Innocence Files, the Innocence Project-Inspired Series

“The Innocence Files” is now available to stream on Netflix.

04.02.20 by Innocence Staff

Innocence Project Files Lawsuit to Open Former ADA’s Disciplinary Records

Innocence Project Files Lawsuit to Open Former ADA’s Disciplinary Records

05.22.19 by Innocence Staff

6 Reasons We Need Prosecutorial Accountability

6 Reasons We Need Prosecutorial Accountability

09.06.18 by Innocence Staff

Innocence Project Files Complaint Against Prosecutor in Anthony Wright Case

Innocence Project Files Complaint Against Prosecutor in Anthony Wright Case

09.04.18 by Innocence Staff

Innocence Project Applauds Gov. Cuomo for Approving Landmark Legislation to Combat Prosecutorial Misconduct

Innocence Project Applauds Gov. Cuomo for Approving Landmark Legislation to Combat Prosecutorial Misconduct

08.20.18 by Innocence Staff

New York Times Editorial Explains Why Prosecutors Require An Oversight Commission

New York Times Editorial Explains Why Prosecutors Require An Oversight Commission

08.15.18 by Innocence Staff

Coalition of Exonerees and State Lawmakers Urge Gov. Cuomo to Sign Bill that would Establish Commission on Prosecutorial Conduct

Coalition of Exonerees and State Lawmakers Urge Gov. Cuomo to Sign Bill that would Establish Commission on Prosecutorial Conduct

08.13.18 by Innocence Staff