PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
by Robert Perske (Author)
Beginning with the story of Joe Arridy, certified as a "feeble-minded imbecile" who was executed in Colorado in 1939, Deadly Innocence? traces political and judicial handling of incidents involving persons with retardation; describes similar current cases; and offers suggestions for action on the part of the police, the courts, professionals who work in the field of developmental disabilities, and concerned citizens.
Number of Pages: 143
Dimensions: 0.45 x 10.98 x 8.53 IN
Publication Date: September 01, 1995
