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Wrongful Convictions, Doubt, and Reform in Detroit

eddiephoto O鈥橞rien Fellow, Eddie Allen researched a series of high-profile Detroit cases that raise questions about wrongful convictions, unreliable testimony, and systemic failures within the criminal legal system. Through court records, expert analysis, and firsthand accounts from incarcerated individuals and their supporters, their reporting highlights the human toll of disputed convictions and the long fight for exoneration. The series also examines the role of conviction integrity units and legal reforms, exploring whether meaningful change is possible for those seeking justice.