Honors College Theses
Publication Date
5-9-2024
Major
Criminal Justice and Criminology (B.S.)
Release Option
Open Access
Faculty Mentor
Kristina Thompson
Abstract
Wrongful convictions play a big role in the criminal justice system, resulting in individuals being punished for crimes they did not commit. This study investigates the factors contributing to wrongful convictions across different crime types, utilizing data from the National Registry of Exonerations. The research aims to identify common contributors to wrongful convictions and explores variations by crime type. Results highlight the challenges associated with specific offenses. Understanding how factors vary by crime type is essential for developing strategies to prevent and address wrongful convictions.
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Recommended Citation
Baldwin, Kaylee, "Do Factors Contributing to Wrongful Conviction Differ by Crime Type?" (2024). Honors College Theses. 981.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/honors-theses/981
