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Could Cosby Sue For Wrongful Conviction?

JonathanTurley

agreed not to charge Cosby in return for his civil deposition. Roughly 30 states and the District of Columbia have statutes allowing for recovery for wrongful convictions and imprisonment. It must be done under common law, which is challenging. Under common law, Cosby could sued for malicious prosecution.

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