Exoneration is the act of officially absolving someone from blame or fault, typically after new evidence proves their innocence in a legal context. It serves as a critical mechanism for correcting miscarriages of justice, highlighting the fallibility of legal systems and the importance of post-conviction review processes.

Exoneration

act of officially absolving

blame or fault

new evidence

innocence

Legal context refers to the framework of laws, regulations, and legal precedents that govern and influence a particular situation or environment. It is crucial for understanding how legal obligations, rights, and liabilities are applied and interpreted in specific cases or scenarios.

legal context

mechanism for correcting miscarriages of justice

fallibility of legal systems

importance of post-conviction review processes

The Role of DNA Profiling in Exonerating the Innocent

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