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A missing underscore sent innocent man to prison for 18 months
A critical typographical error—a missing underscore in computer code or documentation—resulted in the wrongful imprisonment of an innocent man for 18 months. This case highlights how small mistakes in technical systems can have severe consequences when not properly caught or verified. The incident underscores the importance of rigorous quality control and verification procedures in systems that impact human lives.
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