Convicting the Innocent
DNA Exonerations Database

Louis Wright

First NameLouis
Last NameWright
Year of Conviction1998
Year of Exoneration2023
State of ConvictionMichigan
Gender of ExonereeMale
Race of exonereeWhite
Types of evidence at trial
  • Confession
Were non-public facts alleged?Yes
Examples of Non-Public or Corroborated Facts and Inconsistencies

● Statement included that victim’s screen door was cut, to unlatch the door.

● Entered kitchen area first, then living room. Hallway had three bedrooms and a bathroom.

● Assault occurred in bedroom.

● Victim wore pink flowered clothing.

● Clothing removed from a basket.

BUT officer testified he told Wright about the break in, sexual assault, and street where it occurred.