Blind Injustice: A Former Prosecutor Exposes the Psychology and Politics of Wrongful Convictions

Name: Blind Injustice: A Former Prosecutor Exposes the Psychology and Politics of Wrongful Convictions
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Book Synopsis: Awarded Digital Book World’s Best Book Published by a University Press. In this unprecedented view from the trenches, prosecutor turned champion for the innocent Mark Godsey takes us inside the frailties of the human mind as they unfold in real-world wrongful convictions. Drawing upon stories from his own career, Godsey shares how innate psychological flaws in judges, police, lawyers, and juries coupled with a “tough on crime” environment can cause investigations to go awry, leading to the convictions of innocent people. In Blind Injustice, Godsey explores distinct psychological human weaknesses inherent in the criminal justice system—confirmation bias, memory malleability, cognitive dissonance, bureaucratic denial, dehumanization, and others—and illustrates each with stories from his time as a hard-nosed prosecutor and then as an attorney for the Ohio Innocence Project. He also lays bare the criminal justice system’s internal political pressures. How does the fact that judges, sheriffs, and prosecutors are elected officials influence how they view cases? How can defense attorneys support clients when many are overworked and underpaid? And how do juries overcome bias leading them to believe that police and expert witnesses know more than they do about what evidence means? This book sheds a harsh light on the unintentional yet routine injustices committed by those charged with upholding justice. Yet in the end, Godsey recommends structural, procedural, and attitudinal changes aimed at restoring justice to the criminal justice system.

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Are you fascinated by the complexities of the criminal justice system? Dive into the gripping world of wrongful convictions with Blind Injustice: A Former Prosecutor Exposes the Psychology and Politics of Wrongful Convictions. This groundbreaking book, awarded Digital Book World’s Best Book Published by a University Press, is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the disturbing reality of innocent people being convicted.

With an insider's perspective, former prosecutor Mark Godsey provides a compelling account of the inherent flaws within the criminal justice system. Through captivating stories and examples from his own career, Godsey sheds light on the psychological weaknesses of judges, police, lawyers, and juries that often lead to wrongful convictions. Unveiling the impact of confirmation bias, memory malleability, cognitive dissonance, and other human vulnerabilities, Godsey exposes how these factors can tip the scales of justice in the wrong direction.

Blind Injustice is not merely a critique of the system; it offers tangible solutions to rectify these injustices. Godsey delves deep into the political pressures and systemic issues that plague the criminal justice system. From discussing the influence of elected officials on judges, sheriffs, and prosecutors, to addressing the challenging conditions faced by overworked and underpaid defense attorneys, this book confronts the realities head-on.

Are you ready to challenge your preconceptions and broaden your understanding of the criminal justice system? Join Mark Godsey on this eye-opening journey by getting your hands on a copy of Blind Injustice today.

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