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The landscape of criminal justice in the United States is undergoing a seismic shift, with a new and disturbing trend coming to the forefront: mass exonerations. These mass exonerations, increasingly driven by prosecutorial misconduct, particularly through Brady violations, are reshaping the judicial process in unprecedented ways. This article delves into how these violations have not only surpassed being mere systemic issues but have become structural problems within the justice system.
The Malicious Indifference of Judges
The American criminal justice system is founded on principles that are meant to ensure fairness and justice for all parties involved. Among these principles is the Brady Doctrine, a landmark ruling established in Brady v. Maryland, 373 U.S. 83 (1963), which imposes a constitutional duty on prosecutors to disclose to the defense any evidence favorable to the accused that is material to either guilt or punishment.
The Brady Doctrine, named after the landmark Supreme Court case Brady v. Maryland (1963), is a cornerstone of American criminal justice, mandating that prosecutors disclose exculpatory evidence to the defense. This doctrine is essential in upholding the constitutional right to a fair trial under the Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments.
The Failure of Law Enforcement Leadership
The criminal justice system in the United States rests on the foundational principle of due process, which requires that all individuals accused of a crime be treated fairly and with transparency. This principle is enshrined in the Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments to the U.S. Constitution, which guarantee that no person shall be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law.