Attorney General Jason Miyares has filed a notice with the Virginia Court of Appeals supporting Keshawn Duffy's innocence and request for a writ of actual innocence. Duffy, who was wrongfully sentenced to two life sentences in 2019, was convicted of two counts of forcible sodomy and sentenced to two consecutive life sentences after his ex-girlfriend's young son reported that Duffy had sexually abused him.
"A free and just society owns up to its wrongdoings and has steps to correct them. Virginia's writ of actual innocence process is intended to right those wrongs. It's never too late to deliver justice, and I'm proud to stand alongside Keshawn Duffy in his fight for his innocence," said Attorney General Miyares.
The victim in the case has recanted his testimony multiple times, with additional evidence indicating that he was pressured by his mother to falsely accuse Duffy. The Office of the Attorney General believes in Duffy's innocence and fully supports his request for a writ of actual innocence.
The Attorney General's office has provided a link to read the filing for further details.