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How long was Carter imprisoned before being released?

  • Almost 10 years

  • Almost 15 years

  • Almost 20 years

  • Almost 25 years

Answer

Almost 2 decades of unjust incarceration preceded Rubin "Hurricane" Carter's triumph over a flawed justice system. Despite unwavering declarations of innocence, Carter's quest for freedom seemed insurmountable until a federal judge overturned his conviction, leading to his eventual exoneration 38 years after his tumultuous life took a harrowing turn.
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