"Wrongfully Convicted: U.S. Man Exonerated After 48 Years in Prison"

Glynn Simmons, an Oklahoma man who was convicted of murder in 1975, has been exonerated after spending over 48 years in prison. Judge Amy Palumbo of Oklahoma County District Court declared Simmons innocent, stating that the crime he was imprisoned for was not committed by him. Important evidence in Simmons's case had not been disclosed to his defense lawyers. Simmons, who spent more time behind bars than any other person cleared of charges, may be eligible for compensation and has the opportunity to file a federal lawsuit.