What example does Stevenson provide of a wrongful conviction case besides Walter McMillian?

• A. The case of a politician accused of fraud
• B. The case of Charlie, sentenced for a robbery he did not commit
• C. The case of a woman wrongfully imprisoned for theft
• D. The case of an individual exonerated after DNA evidence

Answer: (B)

In "Just Mercy," Bryan Stevenson discusses multiple cases of wrongful convictions to highlight the flaws in the justice system. The example of Charlie, who was sentenced for a robbery he did not commit, serves to illustrate the devastating impact of inadequate legal representation and biases that can lead to wrongful accusations. Stevenson uses Charlie's story to reveal how systemic issues, such as poverty and race, play significant roles in wrongful convictions. This case exemplifies the broader theme of the book, which emphasizes the need for compassion and reform in the criminal justice system, showcasing how individuals like Charlie suffer from the failures of that system. The other examples provided do not specifically center on wrongful convictions linked to systemic failures in the same way, making Charlie’s case particularly impactful in the context of the book’s themes.