Shaky Science in Court | Spokane News

Spokane News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now! · Jul 18, 2026 · 1m

When science goes wrong in court, lives are shattered. From Nick Flannery, wrongly convicted for his baby’s brain bleed, to Robert Roberson nearly executed on shaky “shaken baby” claims, the pattern is clear: unproven theories are being treated as gospel. Innocent people are jailed, taxpayers pay the price, and trust in justice crumbles. The Kentucky Innocence Project found junk science behind more than half of wrongful convictions. Now, federal courts require evidence to be scientifically sound — and states must follow. The goal? Justice rooted in truth, not guesswork. Listen in comfort:Get…