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California Supreme Court Overturns Murder Conviction of Mother, Highlighting Gender Bias in Domestic Violence Cases

Credited from: LATIMES

  • The California Supreme Court overturned Brittney Collins' murder conviction for the 2018 death of her 2-month-old son, Abel.
  • The ruling highlighted a double standard for victims of domestic violence in child death cases.
  • Collins was blamed for failing to protect her son from her boyfriend, Matthew Norwood, who inflicted fatal injuries.
  • Experts noted the court's decision emphasizes the need for fair treatment of mothers in the legal system, especially those facing abuse.
  • The case prompts a re-evaluation of failure-to-protect laws, aiming to reduce gender biases in domestic violence situations.

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