All You Need Is Her Word: A Family’s Nightmare Under Michigan Law

In this powerful episode of Wickedly Judged, Rebecca sits down with Mary Wicker to unravel the heartbreaking story of her husband Doug’s wrongful conviction in Michigan. What began as an act of family compassion quickly spiraled into a devastating legal nightmare—one that exposes the dangers of a law allowing conviction based solely on an accusation, with no physical evidence or corroboration required.

Mary shares the emotional and practical toll this ordeal has taken on their family, the details of Doug’s trial, and her relentless fight for justice in the face of systemic failure. Together, we explore why justice reform is urgently needed—not just in Michigan, but across the nation—and how every listener can play a role in demanding change.

Key Topics Covered:

• The Wicker family’s decision to care for a vul ...