The decision came down on Tuesday after LAIP filed a petition saying they have compelling scientific evidence that can prove Peterson was wrongfully convicted.
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The LA Innocence Project filing presented evidence the jury never heard when they convicted Peterson for the deaths of his wife, Laci, and their unborn son, Conner, in November 2004. They wrote that the prosecution's case was based on circumstantial evidence and bluntly state, "No direct, physical or forensic evidence was found supporting any part of the prosecution's theory or otherwise implicating (Peterson)."
John Sonego, Board President of the LA Innocence Project, told the I-Team in 2025, "We do believe that the evidence that we are producing in this particular filing should lead to his exoneration and proof of his innocence."
In a statement, they say they're disappointed by Tuesday's decision and plan to appeal to a higher court.