Criminal Law: What If I'm Innocent?
Good, lawful representation keeps you out of the cuffs. Unfortunately, 2-10% of people placed in U.S. jail are wrongfully convicted. This may seem like a small percentage, but when you consider there are currently about 2.1 million people in prison, then 210,000 people incarcerated are innocent. This is a very big number, and it's a number group that most people do not think they will ever become a part of. However, life is unpredictable, so if you have ever wondered "how do innocent people become guilty in the eyes of the law? What would I do if this happened to me?" keep reading to learn more. How do people become wrongfully convicted? There are many ways that law enforcement personnel are led to the wrong trail. From faulty memory of the victim to intentionally dishonest witnesses, there is no question that things can turn sour fast in the courtroom. And, a bad situation can become even worse with inexperienced lawyers who are not prepared to handle the cas