Three Felonies A Day: How the Feds Target the Innocent
Harvey Silverglate's 'Three Felonies A Day' uncovers how federal laws create a web of criminal liability that ensnares ordinary people in daily activities. Without clear intent, individuals face prosecution under vague statutes, eroding civil liberties and due process. The book exposes this systemic issue and advocates for legal reforms to safeguard the innocent.
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In 'Three Felonies A Day: How the Feds Target the Innocent,' Harvey Silverglate examines the expansive reach of federal criminal laws that implicate individuals in unintended violations.
The book highlights how prosecutors wield broad statutes to pursue cases against those who lack criminal intent, turning routine activities into potential felonies.
Silverglate argues that this overreach undermines justice and personal freedom, drawing on real-world examples to illustrate the pervasive risk to the innocent.
Through detailed analysis, the author calls for reform to restore fairness in the legal system and protect citizens from arbitrary prosecution.
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