Larry Peterson: Beyond Exoneration
Part 1: In Search of Exoneration()
June 12, 2007 Larry Peterson spent more than 17 years in prison before DNA testing led a judge to overturn his conviction. The first story in a two-part special report chronicles how he ended up behind bars for rape and murder — and fought to prove his innocence.
Part 2: Rebuilding a Life, Seeking Redress()
June 13, 2007 In the concluding story in a two-part special report, Larry Peterson finally wins exoneration — and his freedom. But life after incarceration proves difficult, as is his battle to seek compensation for the years he spent in prison.
DNA, Exoneration and Compensation: A Discussion()
June 13, 2007 Robert Siegel leads a roundtable discussion of the legal issues surrounding exoneration, compensation and the use of DNA evidence in criminal cases.
Key Players in the Larry Peterson Case()
June 12, 2007 A look at some of the key players in the case of Larry Peterson, a New Jersey man who spent more than 17 years in prison before DNA testing cleared him of a 1987 rape and murder.
