How the Antiterrorism and Effective Death Penalty Act Made a Bad Situation Worse
A little-known law closes off federal appeals, even for the admittedly innocent. That’s by design.
Radley Balko
Radley Balko is an independent researcher and writer on civil liberties and criminal justice. He is the author of The Rise of the Warrior Cop and The Cadaver King and the Country Dentist.
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Federal Courts, Local Wrongs: Growing Federal Power Means Less Accountability
Federal agents have always had extensive immunities. Their growing presence in all of our lives makes that a growing problem. And the courts aren’t helping.
Federal Courts, Local Wrongs: How Qualified Immunity Gave Us Lawless Law Enforcement
In case after case, the U.S. Supreme Court has made it easier for police to get away with harming the innocent.
In Criminal Justice, We Get What We Pay For
Indigent defense is a key part of any decent criminal justice system. But in many places, the incentives for public defenders don't point toward justice.
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