A missing underscore sent innocent man to prison for 18 months

When the first step goes wrong, bad results follow.
396 points by quantified 86 days ago arstechnica.com 278 comments

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A single typographical error led to the wrongful imprisonment of an innocent man for a year and a half. This case highlights the profound consequences that can arise from seemingly minor mistakes in legal processes.

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