Question

web quest: the innocence project
time: ~20 minutes
goal: learn what the innocence project is, highlight a case, and explore how forensics and legal terms are used to free innocent people.
part 1: introduction (5 minutes)
go to: https://innocenceproject.org/
question|your answer

1. what is the innocence project? (write in your own words)
2. who started it and who runs it today?
3. why is this project important for the justice system?

Explanation:

1. The Innocence Project is an organization that uses DNA - testing and legal work to exonerate wrongly - convicted individuals.
2. It was started by Barry Scheck and Peter Neufeld. As of now, it is run by a team of lawyers, staff, and volunteers.
3. It is important for the justice system as it helps correct miscarriages of justice, exposes flaws in the system like faulty eyewitness identification and police misconduct, and advocates for reforms to prevent future wrongful convictions.

Answer:

1. An organization using DNA - testing and legal means to free wrongly - convicted people.
2. Started by Barry Scheck and Peter Neufeld; run by a team of lawyers, staff, and volunteers.
3. Helps correct miscarriages of justice, exposes system flaws, and advocates for reforms.