Sentences with phrase «wrongful conduct led»

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Although it is important to note that the RCMP's 1982 investigation did lead to Marshall being freed from prison — implying that one can not always assume that a police force will not be able or willing to conduct a proper investigation into allegations of wrongful conviction — we believe that most citizens would feel more comfortable taking this sort of information, at least initially, to a person or body they do not consider to be part of the criminal justice system, or directly or indirectly involved in the original investigation.

The wrongful conviction work that Klinkosum conducted has not only secured the freedom of individuals wrongfully detained but has also led to systemic changes in North Carolina.

Any negligent conduct or intentional behavior that resulted in the death of a person could potentially lead to a wrongful death action.

Led by well - known attorney Brian T. Dunn, The Cochran Firm attorneys pride themselves in standing up for the rights of people and families who have been wronged by the conduct of others, be it a personal injury or wrongful death matter, or a case arising out of police abuse or government misconduct.

In a ministerial statement in April 2006 the Home Secretary announced, with immediate effect, the abolition of the discretionary scheme and the independent assessor's new approach of discounting under CJA 1988, s 133 (4A) at a higher rate any non-pecuniary awards to reflect the claimant's previous record and conduct leading to his wrongful imprisonment.