Miscarriages of justice in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand: mental health outcomes and life experiences of wrongfully convicted and accused individuals

Key Points

• Severe mental health issues arise from miscarriages of justice, impacting individuals' overall well-being.
• The findings call for improved compensation and reintegration services for affected individuals.
• Systemic reform is necessary to address the deficiencies in current support for wrongfully accused individuals.
• These outcomes emphasize the urgent need for mental health support in the justice system.

Abstract