Ep 21. License to Kill/The Tell-Tale Mark

In the second season of Cold Case Files, episode 21 features two intriguing cases. The first case, "License to Kill," covers a man named Michael Morton who was wrongfully sentenced to life in prison for the murder of his wife. Though there was little physical evidence against him, an eyewitness claimed to have seen him brutally murder his wife. Morton maintained his innocence and, eventually, DNA evidence exonerated him after he had served nearly 25 years in prison. This episode takes a closer look at how a faulty justice system and a prosecutor's misrepresentation of the evidence led to an innocent man being wrongly convicted.

The second case in this episode, "The Tell-Tale Mark," is about a serial rapist and killer named Terry Blair. Blair was known for his brutal attacks on women and had been arrested and convicted of lesser crimes multiple times before finally being charged and convicted for the murders of six women in Kansas City. The episode explores the investigation and evidence that ultimately led to Blair's conviction, including the use of unique markings on his body that helped tie him to the crimes.

Both cases in this episode highlight the importance of thorough investigations, accurate representation of evidence, and the use of technology to help solve crimes. While the wrongful conviction of Michael Morton is a tragic example of the failures of the justice system, his eventual exoneration and release is an important reminder that it's never too late for justice to be served. The case of Terry Blair, on the other hand, is a chilling look at the mind of a serial killer and the investigative methods used to bring him to justice. Cold Case Files season 2 episode 21 is a must-watch for true crime enthusiasts and anyone interested in justice served right.