The one where we confront our bias - S1-E5

Today Gabby and talk about someone who’s autism may have contributed to the conviction of an alleged crime and possibly his sentence.  Because of how people with autism are often perceived as unfeeling or detached, should that bias be taken into account in these situations?  How does this translate to our everyday lives?  Do we misinterpret or mistreat autistic people based on how we expect them to behave?