Civics Showcase - David Milgaard

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by Minh Khoi (Tony) Chu -
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1. how can cases such as Milgaard's be used as arguments against capital punishment, or the death sentence?

Cases like Milgaard's can be potent arguments against capital punishment due to the risk of irreversible errors in the justice system. Such cases underscore the potential for innocent individuals to be wrongly convicted and sentenced to death. This possibility of irreversible error raises serious ethical concerns about the use of the death penalty and emphasizes the need for a justice system that prioritizes accuracy and fairness.

2.How would a modern Crime Scene Investigation Unit have helped to establish David Milgaard's innocence? Support your answer with specific evidence.

A modern Crime Scene Investigation Unit could have used DNA testing and advanced forensic techniques to find evidence proving David Milgaard's innocence, which wasn't available during his trial.