Massachusetts Man Wrongfully Convicted of Murder Awarded $13 Million, Faces State Law Limitations
A Massachusetts man, who spent decades in prison for a murder he did not commit, has been awarded $13 million in damages. However, due to state law limitations, he may only receive $1 million of this total. The man, proven innocent after spending 26 years behind bars, reflects on his significant losses and the long journey to justice. His case, which hinged on critical evidence including a purple jacket, highlights the challenges faced by wrongfully convicted individuals navigating the legal landscape.
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