I'll Be A Monkey's Uncle – When the Wrong Person Gets Put on Trial

Season 2 · Episode 21 November 25, 2019 1 hr 10 min Explicit
Cross-examinationJury and reasonable doubt
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The state accused an uncle of the most serious crimes imaginable — abuse of his own nieces. But in trial, the defense showed the jury that the real abuse was happening at the hands of their father.

With sharp advocacy and fearless cross-examination, the defense exposed the truth and revealed how easily an innocent man can be turned into a villain when the wrong story is told. It's a reminder that justice isn't always about what's alleged — it's about what can actually be proven.

DISCLAIMER/TW: This episode deals with charges of a sexual nature.

Episode guide

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Cross-examinationJury and reasonable doubt

Key points from the show notes

  • But in trial, the defense showed the jury that the real abuse was happening at the hands of their father.
  • With sharp advocacy and fearless cross-examination, the defense exposed the truth and revealed how easily an innocent man can be turned into a villain when the wrong story is told.

Trial or closing note

With sharp advocacy and fearless cross-examination, the defense exposed the truth and revealed how easily an innocent man can be turned into a villain when the wrong story is told.

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