Prosecutors have formally acknowledged considering waiving the death penalty for Corey Smith, following misconduct that undermined the state's case against the notorious gangster.
Rebecca DiMeglio, the prosecutor, informed the court that they are submitting documents to their death penalty committee to discuss the possibility of waiving the death penalty.
Defense attorney Allison Miller expressed hope in court that the state would agree to drop the death penalty, following lengthy discussions about Corey Smith's case.
The upcoming hearing on November 13 is set to revisit Smith's case, where the implications of his previous convictions and changes in Florida's death penalty laws will be discussed.
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