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  1. SNEEEZY - Erika

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    Well even the families do not believe that the 3 were responsible.
     
  3. SNEEEZY - Erika

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    I haven't really followed the story, so I guess it's time to read up on it.
     
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    Their appeal was due in November which would have given them a new trial. And new DNA evidence to prove they were not even there.
     
  5. SNEEEZY - Erika

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    So why the rush to take an Alford plea?
     
  6. SNEEEZY - Erika

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    I mean, seriously....

    They've been in prison how long and they couldn't wait 3 more months?
     
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    Well, they have had several appeals over the years which were shot down and I believe this play by the prosecution freed them from lawsuits for wrongful imprisonment and doesn't make them look as incompetent as they were. One of the three didn't want to take the plea but because Damien was on death row they agreed to take it and continue to work to clear their names from the outside.
     
  8. SNEEEZY - Erika

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    So I'm guessing the Alford Plea had an expiration date...

    Such a blatant manipulation of the legal system!
     
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    Yes, it sure is and the more you read about the case the worse it got. Thanks for the interest Erika.
     
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    Ugh! Just found their website. What a horrible, horrible thing. I am very impressed with their drive and fortitude. I can't imagine how nightmarish this whole process has been for them. There just aren't words for these sorts of injustices.
     
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    Post up their website..... I'd like to give it a read.
     
  12. SNEEEZY - Erika

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    Here's the one I just found; not sure if it's the same as the other one:

    Free The West Memphis Three
     
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    Yup, the same one I just found, thanks.
     
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