Question

According to the text, the most common reasons for false convictions include all of the following except: a. inaccurate eyewitness identifications. b. inaccurate reporting in the media. c. false confessions. d. mishandled evidence.

Answer 1

Answer: inaccurate reporting in the media

Explanation: False conviction simply refers to an untrue judgement that is been executed to an individual. This in turn causes the individual to be punished for a crime they didn't commit. It is also known as the miscarriage of justice. Of all the given, only inaccurate reporting in the media cannot be a reason for false conviction. This is because in deciding a case, the media does not influence the decision of the jury and the judge. But inaccurate eyewitness identifications, false confessions, mishandled evidence can all influence the decision of the jury.

Answer 2

Answer: option b

Explanation: wrongful conviction are different ways people are sent to prison for crimes they did not commit. Common wrongful convictions are having a bad lawyer who is not good at his or her job, identification of a wrong witness ( misindentification of witness, Tampered evidence,false confession excetera. Inaccurate reporting in media is not a part of reasons for wrongful convictions.