Proposed DNA bills could prevent wrong convictions

Several lawmakers are proposing bills designed to prevent innocent people from ending up behind bars. Bronx resident Alan Newton spent 22 years in prison after being wrongfully convicted of rape. New

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Proposed DNA bills could prevent wrong convictions

Several lawmakers are proposing bills designed to prevent innocent people from ending up behind bars. Bronx resident Alan Newton spent 22 years in prison after being wrongfully convicted of rape. New

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