exonerations

Exonerations occur when someone who was previously convicted of a crime is officially cleared of all charges, often because new evidence shows they were not guilty or mistakes were made in the original trial. This process restores their legal innocence and can result in their release from prison. Exonerations highlight issues like wrongful convictions and the importance of accuracy in the justice system. They are relatively rare but significant, emphasizing the importance of fairness and ensuring that only truly guilty individuals are convicted.