Justice on Trial

Season 1, Episode 3: Sixteen to Life (1) (People v. Deskovic)

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As a teenager, Jeffrey Deskovic stood trial for the tragic assault and murder of his high school classmate. Judge Judy Sheindlin and her expert legal team recreate the courtroom battle, revealing questionable police interrogation tactics that led to Deskovic being coerced into a false confession. Will Deskovic's questionable confession be enough to convict him of murder?

All Episodes - Season 1

What Happens in My House (The Matter of Terrence K.)
Episode 1
What Happens in My House (The Matter of Terrence K.)
 Burying Rights (Ohio v. Dixon)
Episode 2
Burying Rights (Ohio v. Dixon)
 Sixteen to Life (1) (People v. Deskovic)
Episode 3
Sixteen to Life (1) (People v. Deskovic)
 Sixteen to Life (2) (Deskovic v. Putnam County)
Episode 4
Sixteen to Life (2) (Deskovic v. Putnam County)
 For the Defendant (Gideon v. Wainwright)
Episode 5
For the Defendant (Gideon v. Wainwright)
 Killer, but Not a Liar (People v. Turriago)
Episode 6
Killer, but Not a Liar (People v. Turriago)
 Hell Goes On Forever (Snyder v. Phelps)
Episode 7
Hell Goes On Forever (Snyder v. Phelps)
 Scopes Monkey Trial (State of TN v. Scopes)
Episode 8
Scopes Monkey Trial (State of TN v. Scopes)
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