Storyline

An intimate account of what happens when someone is formally charged with a crime and sent to trial – all solely from the perspective of the accused, their legal team and family members.

First Aired

2020-04-20
Last Aired

2024-05-23
Creator
Genre

Documentary
Seasons

6
Episodes

48
Status

Returning Series
Language

English
Network

A&E

Keywords:

court case true crime social documentary defense lawyer

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1. Wife Killer or Self-Defense?

A man shoots his wife, and the crime is caught on camera; questions are asked if the act was a cold-bl...More

A man shoots his wife, and the crime is caught on camera; questions are asked if the act was a cold-blooded murder or a justified act of self-defense.Less

45mins 2020-04-20

2. Attempted Murder or Protective Mother?

After years of caring for a sick child, a mother may be hiding a terrible secret; accused of attemptin...More

After years of caring for a sick child, a mother may be hiding a terrible secret; accused of attempting to murder her son, she now fights for her freedom.Less

45mins 2020-04-29

3. One Punch Assault or Self-Defense?

A young man who witnesses a brutal attack intervenes and throws a punch; questions are asked if the ac...More

A young man who witnesses a brutal attack intervenes and throws a punch; questions are asked if the act was justified, or if he should be sentenced to 20 years.Less