he acted as his own attorney and file the motion to vacate the conviction based on inadequate legal representation. finally, in 20 1920 years after his initial arrest, the first district illinois appellate court vacated his conviction and ordered a new trial, and burrell was finally released on bond but it wasn't until just last month that the prosecution finally dismissed the case, preventing borrell from having to stand trial. again, joining me now, is that man frank borrell and his attorney, david owens, of the exoneration project at the university of chicago law school. gentlemen. thank you both for joining me this evening. >> evening. >> frank, let me begin with you because i cannot believe your story. and what has happened and i thank you for joining us tonight to share what your personal journey has been. welcome. how are you doing tonight? i'm doing pretty good. thanks for having me. >> well, i'm glad that you're here to tell this story and i want you to tell us about your

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