Judge Sentences Man He Believes is Innocent

Ched sent in this story from the Boston Globe about a man who was found guilty for armed assault with intent to murder and armed robbery, but the judge apparently disagreed with the jury's decision and has pretty much openly stated that he feels he is sentencing an innocent man: "This is the most difficult moment I have been faced with during my legal career,'' [Judge] Murphy said. ''I am mindful of the possibility that I am sending an innocent man to jail.''" The man was sentenced to up to 20 years in prison. The question is: why???Source: The Boston Globe



Title: Judge sentences man even though he doubts his guilt



Author: Unknown (AP story)



Date: August 9, 2001

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