Evidence of Innocence attests to the reality that the more serious the charge, the harder it is to prove innocence – even with strong evidence that the accused was nowhere near the scene of the crime when it occurred.
Among other disservices, Edward Clark’s court appointed an attorney in the small town that did not assist in jury selection, leaving Clark to choose jurors from a local population he knew nothing about and with documented jury tampering. The prosecution introduced false testimony through investigators and witnesses claiming to be forensic experts and withheld evidence obtained through illegally eavesdropping on attorney-client conversations that supported Clark’s defense. Altered court documents impeached the key defense witness. The names of those claiming responsibility are revealed. Ed Clark was convicted of two related murders in 1974 and has been in prison since.
According to the National Institute of Justice, nearly 250, 000 factually innocent Americans are currently behind bars. The reader’s lesson? There, but for the grace of God, go I.
Circa l’autore
Edward Clark has been imprisoned for nearly five decades. He nevertheless has maintained a positive attitude, exhibiting concern for others through his preparation of a school-bus brake inspection manual for the State of Minnesota, his work with legislators for the passage of a law requiring the release of prisoners deserving of a second chance, and his efforts to convince other inmates to seek relief through the legislative process instead of rioting.He chooses to work outside when possible and is an avid runner, having logged in more than 14, 000 miles.
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