Causes, Effects, and Solutions of Wrongful Convictions

Author

• Allison B. Gobuzzi, University of MississippiFollow

Date of Award

Spring 4-17-2026

Document Type

Undergraduate Thesis

Department

Legal Studies

First Advisor

Roun McNeal

Second Advisor

Justin Moody

Third Advisor

Destiny Horn

Relational Format

MLA format

Abstract

This study examines the wrongful conviction of Anthony Hinton and other examples that illustrate the causes of wrongful convictions in the United States and the effects that wrongful convictions have on the wrongfully accused and their families. This study uses research from scholarly articles and legal cases to analyze the factors that contribute to wrongful convictions and the impact on the wrongfully accused and their families. The research concludes that wrongful convictions are frequently the result of both evidentiary and procedural issues within the criminal justice system.

Recommended Citation

Gobuzzi, Allison B., "Causes, Effects, and Solutions of Wrongful Convictions" (2026). Honors Theses. 3395.
https://egrove.olemiss.edu/hon_thesis/3395