While it is undeniable that wrongful convictions are a scary concern, abolishing the death penalty solely based on this reason overlooks the potential for reform within the criminal justice system. Rather than abandoning the death penalty altogether, we should focus on implementing safeguards and reforms to prevent wrongful convictions.

Advancements in forensic science and technology offer promising opportunities to enhance the accuracy of criminal investigations and trials. DNA testing, for example, has played an important role in helping individuals who were wrongly convicted. By investing in research and adopting reliable forensic techniques, we can mitigate the risk of wrongful convictions.


By addressing systemic flaws and instituting comprehensive reforms, we can work towards a criminal justice system that upholds the principles of fairness, accuracy, and integrity while retaining the option of the death penalty for the most heinous crimes. Abolishing capital punishment outright may not only undermine justice for victims and their families but also forego the opportunity to enact meaningful reforms that safeguard against wrongful convictions.