When did Newton's conviction get reversed?
In May 1980
In May 1975
In May 1970
In May 1985
Answer
Newton's conviction was reversed in May 1970, after a judge ruled that his confession was not voluntary and had been obtained by coercion. The judge also found that Newton's confession was not corroborated by any other evidence.
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