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CSI on Trial, a Curiosity Podcast
Executive director Kate Judson as well as our board member Julia Leighton and advisory board member Maneka Sinha are just a few of those interviewed for a new podcast by...
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Madeline Weeden
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This doctor’s testimony has helped put people in prison. Some say he doesn’t always get it right.
Executive Director Kate Judson in Mississippi Today discussing SBS cases and child abuse pediatricians: “I’ve never encountered any system in which a child abuse pediatrician’s work is consistently and meaningfully...
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March 01, 2023
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CIFS 1st Quarter 2023 Newsletter
The 9th edition of CIFS newsletter is now available. For your copy, use the “download” button. Download
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March 01, 2023
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Woman convicted of murder 22 years ago denied release despite changed evidence
Tasha Shelby’s relief was denied by a federal magistrate judge last week. Tasha was convicted of a crime that never happened and we will continue to advocate for her release....
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February 27, 2023
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Medical Examiner McGee’s role in Jensen murder case under review
“RAMSEY COUNTY, Minn. (FOX 9) – As prosecutors and judges continue to dissect the forensic work and testimony of former Ramsey County Medical Examiner Dr. Michael McGee, questions are being...
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February 24, 2023
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Questions about validity of shaken baby syndrome not enough to give Texas death row inmate new trial, court rules
Robert Roberson was denied a new trial in Texas this week where he is convicted for the death of his 2 year old daughter. Roberson was convicted based on a...
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January 13, 2023
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Wrongful Conviction Podcast with Maggie Freleng: Tasha Shelby
Maggie Freleng talks with Tasha Shelby, wrongfully convicted in MS for 22 years for the death of her step son. CIFS participated in an amicus brief for Tasha, which currently...
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January 13, 2023
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SCOTUS grants the petition for writ of certiorari to Areli Escobar and vacates the judgment of Texas Court of Criminal Appeals
The Supreme Court of the United States has reversed the decision of the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals (TCCA). The case now goes back to the TCCA for a second...
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January 13, 2023
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Guilty until proven innocent- Keith Findley has been working to free wrongfully convicted inmates for 25 years
Co-founder of CIFS, Keith Findley is highlighted in the Isthmus as he enters his 25th year of working to free wrongfully convicted individuals.
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January 06, 2023
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Forensic Justice Institute
CIFS is once again partnering with the State Bar of Wisconsin to bring the Forensic Justice Institute. Topics covered include: Firearm identification Big data and surveillance The role of the medical...
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