INQ-110 | Convicted but Innocent

Full Title: Convicted but Innocent

Topic Description:

In this course we will explore the causes of wrongful conviction. Who are most likely to be the defendants in these cases? What biases exist in our current system? Why do people falsely confess? Why do jurors believe jailhouse informants? We will examine specific cases of wrongful conviction and specifically why these convictions happened. In addition, we will explore how the social sciences can help inform and potentially change the criminal justice system.

Counts as Global? No

Topic Approved: February 2019