Sean Dustin
Sean Dustin
#139 Wrongfully Convicted at 16 for Murder & Rape, 16 Years Later He was Exonerated Through DNA Testing...
#139 Wrongfully Convicted at 16 for Murder & Rape, 16 Years Later He was Exonerated Through DNA Testing...
#139 Wrongfully Convicted at 16 for Murder & Rape, 16 Years Later He was Exonerated Through DNA Testing...
Friday 22nd October 2021
Hear Jeffrey Deskovic's story of wrongful conviction and his fight for justice on 'Nowhere To Go But Up'.
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Get the buttons here!Jeffrey Deskovic: From Wrongful Conviction to Justice Advocate
I need to make my suffering count for something, and I do believe that my purpose in the world is to fight wrongful conviction.
Imagine being just 16 years old and wrongfully convicted of a crime you didn’t commit. That’s exactly what happened to Jeffrey Deskovic, who spent 16 years in prison before DNA evidence finally proved his innocence. In this compelling episode of 'Nowhere To Go But Up', host Sean Dustin sits down with Jeffrey to unravel his harrowing journey from a teenage inmate to a passionate advocate for justice.
Jeffrey shares the emotional and psychological toll of his wrongful imprisonment and how he found the strength to fight back against a flawed criminal justice system. Since his exoneration, Jeffrey has dedicated his life to preventing others from suffering the same fate. He founded The Jeffrey Deskovic Foundation for Justice, which has already helped free eight wrongfully convicted individuals and pushed for legislative changes to prevent future injustices.
This episode isn’t just about Jeffrey’s past; it’s a powerful testament to resilience and the human spirit's capacity for transformation. Whether you’re interested in criminal justice reform or simply inspired by stories of personal triumph, this episode offers valuable insights and hope.