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This doctor’s testimony has helped put people in prison. Some say he doesn’t always get it right.

Posted on March 3, 2023 by Lisa Dawson

By Isabelle Taft; February 28, 2023 Benton’s testimony was a key factor in preventing two Mississippians convicted of shaking a baby to death from getting new trials. And although he claims to approach his work with scientific objectivity, a Mississippi … Continue reading →

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Mississippi and New York Shaken Baby Convictions Tossed

Posted on December 17, 2014 by Lisa Dawson

December 17, 2014, Innocence Project Two Shaken-Baby convictions were overturned this week, with judges citing changing medical opinion regarding the controversial diagnosis.  On Monday, the Mississippi Supreme Court ordered a new trial for Leevester Brown, who was convicted of murder … Continue reading →

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