Adnan Syed's Murder Conviction Reinstated Despite Controversy.

The Appellate Court of Maryland reinstated Adnan Syed's murder conviction, despite the state believing he is innocent, because the victim's brother complained that his own rights were violated. The court made up new rules to justify its decision, including that a victim must be notified of a hearing to vacate a conviction more than three days in advance and has the right to attend such a hearing in person. This decision highlights the subversion of constitutional rights of criminal defendants by the victims' rights movement and the need to restore a proper balance between the rights of victims and defendants.