We explore new research about how prosecutors pursue plea bargains even when a defendant might be innocent. Then, the head of consumer protection discusses a new task force to end illegal scam calls.
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New research on plea bargaining’s 'innocence problem'
Research published last month from a UW law professor shows how prosecutors can use plea bargaining power to preserve convictions, even when chances are high that a defendant is innocent. We discuss what the research calls plea bargaining’s “innocence problem.”
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Wisconsin joins nationwide Anti-Robocall Litigation Task Force
Wisconsin is joining a nationwide Anti-Robocall Litigation Task Force to investigate and take legal action over illegal scam calls. We discuss robocalls with the head of a consumer protection unit that handles Wisconsin’s Do Not Call List and thousands of complaints each year.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Trevor Hook Producer
- Keegan Kyle Producer
- Maria Lopez Technical Director
- Keith Findley Guest
- Michael Domke Guest
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