Why the Innocent Plead Guilty and the Guilty Go Free

Federal Judge Jed S. Rakoff examines the flaws and inequalities within the U.S. legal system in his book, drawing on over two decades of experience as a judge, prosecutor, and defense lawyer. He discusses pressing issues such as plea bargains, corporate immunity, and the limitations on judicial and executive power, shedding light on the systemic challenges that impact justice and fairness.