February 11, 2009 10:14 PM
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48 Hours: A Family Accused
(CBS)
There is no doubt that sexually abusing children is a terrible crime. But what about the damage to those who are falsely accused of such crimes? In the 1980s, in an effort to protect children, investigators used methods that are now controversial, leading to some convictions that are now being questioned.
CBS News 48 Hours reports on the Amiraults, a family accused of sexually abusing numerous children while running a daycare center in Massachusetts. But did they actually do any of the things they are accused of?
The Amiraults' Story: The Amiraults were accused of terrible crimes. But are they guilty?
Still Fighting: Despite their terrible ordeal, the Amiraults are still trying to clear their name. But some parents and children still say they were abused.
Getting It Right Over the past few years, investigations into child sexual abuse cases have changed dramatically and the Dallas Children's Advocacy Center is on the cutting edge of this transformation
CBS News 48 Hours reports on the Amiraults, a family accused of sexually abusing numerous children while running a daycare center in Massachusetts. But did they actually do any of the things they are accused of?
The Amiraults' Story: The Amiraults were accused of terrible crimes. But are they guilty?
Still Fighting: Despite their terrible ordeal, the Amiraults are still trying to clear their name. But some parents and children still say they were abused.
Getting It Right Over the past few years, investigations into child sexual abuse cases have changed dramatically and the Dallas Children's Advocacy Center is on the cutting edge of this transformation
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