Judges and wrongful convictions in Japan: a study of judicial culture

Purpose: This chapter aims to explain the role judges play in producing wrongful convictions in Japan. Methodology/approach: Three types of evidence are presented: the writings of former judges; case studies of wrongful conviction; and data about the personnel evaluations that judges receive after i...

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Autores principales: Ibusuki, Makoto (Autor) ; Johnson, David T. 1960- (Autor)
Tipo de documento: Print Artículo
Lenguaje:Inglés
Publicado: 2025
En: Law and culture in Japan
Año: 2025, Páginas: 127-144
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