DQ12: Why Innocent People Plead Guilty
After reviewing the material in the lesson and watching the Ted Talk below please answer the following questions:
1) Discuss the reasons why innocent people plead guilty. Provide specific examples from the video and outside research.
2) What steps would you take to prevent innocent people from taking a plea deal? Provide specific examples from the video and outside research.
3) What are the consequences of innocent people accepting guilty pleas? Provide specific examples.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_TiXLqW0TXU
Make sure to:
- Write a short paragraph of at least 500 words.