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Military Court Upholds Plea Deal for 9/11 Plotters

The military appeals court upheld plea deals for three 9/11 defendants, allowing them to avoid the death penalty after a contested intervention by the Secretary of Defense.

Team Biden is botching the case vs. 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed & Co.

A judge's ruling may prevent justice for 9/11 victims by reinstating plea deals that spare Khalid Sheikh Mohammed from the death penalty.

Military Court Upholds Plea Deal for 9/11 Plotters

The military appeals court upheld plea deals for three 9/11 defendants, allowing them to avoid the death penalty after a contested intervention by the Secretary of Defense.

Team Biden is botching the case vs. 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed & Co.

A judge's ruling may prevent justice for 9/11 victims by reinstating plea deals that spare Khalid Sheikh Mohammed from the death penalty.
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#clemency

Biden Faces Last-Minute Push to Clear Death Row Before Trump Restarts Executions

Biden faces pressure to commute death sentences for 40 federal inmates in response to Trump's previous executions and growing opposition to capital punishment.

Activists Call on Biden to Clear Death Row Before Trump Takes Office

Biden is urged to commute federal death row sentences before handing office to Trump, aligning with his campaign promise against capital punishment.

Biden commutes sentences of 37 federal death row prisoners

Biden commuting 37 federal death row sentences to life without parole represents a major shift against capital punishment.

JUST IN: Biden Commutes Sentences Of All Federal Death Row Inmates Except These Three

President Biden has commuted the death sentences of 37 federal inmates, emphasizing his stance against the death penalty.

After Biden pardoned his son, advocates call on him to grant clemency for others

Over 130 organizations urge Biden to commute federal death row sentences amid concerns of Trump’s return to capital punishment.

Biden Commutes 37 Death Penalty Sentences - Critics Call for More

Biden granted historic commutations to federal death penalty cases but did not abolish the death penalty itself.

Biden Faces Last-Minute Push to Clear Death Row Before Trump Restarts Executions

Biden faces pressure to commute death sentences for 40 federal inmates in response to Trump's previous executions and growing opposition to capital punishment.

Activists Call on Biden to Clear Death Row Before Trump Takes Office

Biden is urged to commute federal death row sentences before handing office to Trump, aligning with his campaign promise against capital punishment.

Biden commutes sentences of 37 federal death row prisoners

Biden commuting 37 federal death row sentences to life without parole represents a major shift against capital punishment.

JUST IN: Biden Commutes Sentences Of All Federal Death Row Inmates Except These Three

President Biden has commuted the death sentences of 37 federal inmates, emphasizing his stance against the death penalty.

After Biden pardoned his son, advocates call on him to grant clemency for others

Over 130 organizations urge Biden to commute federal death row sentences amid concerns of Trump’s return to capital punishment.

Biden Commutes 37 Death Penalty Sentences - Critics Call for More

Biden granted historic commutations to federal death penalty cases but did not abolish the death penalty itself.
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#criminal-justice

Trump vows to pursue executions after Biden commutes most of federal death row

Trump pledges to pursue capital punishment aggressively after Biden commutes sentences for federal death row inmates.

The Three Death Row Prisoners Biden Chose Not to Spare

President Biden's commutation of sentences reduces federal death row to three inmates, maintaining a position against death penalty except for extreme cases.

Woman Whose Daughter Was Brutally Murdered Lashes Out at Biden for Commuting Killer's Death Sentence: Slapped the Whole Judicial System'

Biden's commutation of death sentences, including that of a convicted murderer, has sparked outrage from victims' families.

Trump promises death penalty for rapists, murderers' after Biden pardons

Trump plans to increase the use of the death penalty in his anticipated second term, despite declining public support for capital punishment.

Trump Torches Biden for Commuting Death Sentence on 37 of the Worst Killers in Our Country'

Trump criticized Biden's commutation of sentences for federal death row inmates, labeling them among the worst killers in the country.
Biden's decision reflects his long-held belief against the death penalty, despite backlash from victims' families and political opponents.

Biden commutes most federal death sentences before Trump takes office

Biden commuted the sentences of 37 federal death row prisoners to life without parole, aiming to halt federal executions before Trump takes office.

Trump vows to pursue executions after Biden commutes most of federal death row

Trump pledges to pursue capital punishment aggressively after Biden commutes sentences for federal death row inmates.

The Three Death Row Prisoners Biden Chose Not to Spare

President Biden's commutation of sentences reduces federal death row to three inmates, maintaining a position against death penalty except for extreme cases.

Woman Whose Daughter Was Brutally Murdered Lashes Out at Biden for Commuting Killer's Death Sentence: Slapped the Whole Judicial System'

Biden's commutation of death sentences, including that of a convicted murderer, has sparked outrage from victims' families.

Trump promises death penalty for rapists, murderers' after Biden pardons

Trump plans to increase the use of the death penalty in his anticipated second term, despite declining public support for capital punishment.

Trump Torches Biden for Commuting Death Sentence on 37 of the Worst Killers in Our Country'

Trump criticized Biden's commutation of sentences for federal death row inmates, labeling them among the worst killers in the country.
Biden's decision reflects his long-held belief against the death penalty, despite backlash from victims' families and political opponents.

Biden commutes most federal death sentences before Trump takes office

Biden commuted the sentences of 37 federal death row prisoners to life without parole, aiming to halt federal executions before Trump takes office.
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Indonesia receives official request from France to transfer death row prisoner Serge Atlaoui

France has requested the transfer of French death row inmate Serge Atlaoui from Indonesia as negotiations for prisoner transfers progress.

Letters: Biden's death penalty commutations guard against irreversible error

Support for Biden's commutation of death penalties due to the irrevocability of execution and its moral implications.
#crime

Florida Man Sentenced to Death for Killing 5 in Sebring Bank Shooting

Zephen Xaver was sentenced to death for methodically killing five women in a Florida bank, showcasing extreme premeditation and intent.

Poll finds many Americans pin partial blame on insurance companies in UHC CEO killing

Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to the assassination of Brian Thompson; public donations for his defense signal complex societal views on healthcare and justice.

Japan's 'Black Widow' murderer dies while on death row DW 12/27/2024

Chisako Kakehi, known as the 'Black Widow,' died while on death row for murdering her elderly lovers.

Man awaiting execution for 1978 East Bay murder dies of natural causes

Darryl T. Kemp, convicted of multiple murders, died of natural causes while awaiting execution for a crime committed in 1978.

Florida Man Sentenced to Death for Killing 5 in Sebring Bank Shooting

Zephen Xaver was sentenced to death for methodically killing five women in a Florida bank, showcasing extreme premeditation and intent.

Poll finds many Americans pin partial blame on insurance companies in UHC CEO killing

Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to the assassination of Brian Thompson; public donations for his defense signal complex societal views on healthcare and justice.

Japan's 'Black Widow' murderer dies while on death row DW 12/27/2024

Chisako Kakehi, known as the 'Black Widow,' died while on death row for murdering her elderly lovers.

Man awaiting execution for 1978 East Bay murder dies of natural causes

Darryl T. Kemp, convicted of multiple murders, died of natural causes while awaiting execution for a crime committed in 1978.
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#biden-administration

Tell us: Do you agree with Biden commuting 37 death row sentences?

President Biden opposes the federal death penalty, commuting sentences for the majority of death row inmates.
Biden views the death penalty as morally indefensible and intends to halt the use of it.

Trump vows to "vigorously pursue the death penalty" after Biden commutations

Trump plans to reverse Biden's moratorium on federal death penalty.
Biden's administration commuted sentences, emphasizing a moral stance against executions.

MSNBC Analyst Says Biden Working to Corner' Trump In Final Weeks to Mitigate Damage' He'll Do: Box Him In'

Biden aims to limit potential damage from Trump during his final weeks in office.

Biden has been wrecking his legacy, but he still has time to do the right things | Judith Levine

Biden's recent decisions threaten to undermine his presidential legacy and moral stance on human rights.

Biden Commutes Sentences for Almost All Federal Death Row Inmates Before Trump Can Resume Executions

Biden commutes sentences of 37 federal death row inmates to life imprisonment, reducing the total facing execution to three.

Biden commutes most federal death sentences before Trump term

President Biden commuted the sentences of 37 federal death row inmates to life in prison, highlighting a shift from capital punishment in his administration.

Tell us: Do you agree with Biden commuting 37 death row sentences?

President Biden opposes the federal death penalty, commuting sentences for the majority of death row inmates.
Biden views the death penalty as morally indefensible and intends to halt the use of it.

Trump vows to "vigorously pursue the death penalty" after Biden commutations

Trump plans to reverse Biden's moratorium on federal death penalty.
Biden's administration commuted sentences, emphasizing a moral stance against executions.

MSNBC Analyst Says Biden Working to Corner' Trump In Final Weeks to Mitigate Damage' He'll Do: Box Him In'

Biden aims to limit potential damage from Trump during his final weeks in office.

Biden has been wrecking his legacy, but he still has time to do the right things | Judith Levine

Biden's recent decisions threaten to undermine his presidential legacy and moral stance on human rights.

Biden Commutes Sentences for Almost All Federal Death Row Inmates Before Trump Can Resume Executions

Biden commutes sentences of 37 federal death row inmates to life imprisonment, reducing the total facing execution to three.

Biden commutes most federal death sentences before Trump term

President Biden commuted the sentences of 37 federal death row inmates to life in prison, highlighting a shift from capital punishment in his administration.
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#joe-biden

Biden commutes most US federal death sentences before Trump's return

Biden commuted 37 out of 40 death sentences to life imprisonment before Trump took office, responding to concerns about the death penalty's future.

Joe Biden's Big Reversal on the Death Penalty

Biden's position on the death penalty has significantly shifted, leading to the commutation of 37 federal death-row inmates.

Trump says DoJ will vigorously' pursue death penalty after Biden commutations

Trump pledges to pursue the death penalty for violent crimes, contrasting Biden's recent commutations.
The death penalty debate continues to be divisive, with strong opinions on both sides.

SCSJ Applauds Biden's Death Row Commutations, Urges Cooper to Follow Suit

President Biden commuted 37 federal death sentences, marking progress against systemic inequities and the flaws of capital punishment.

Biden commutes most US federal death sentences before Trump's return

Biden commuted 37 out of 40 death sentences to life imprisonment before Trump took office, responding to concerns about the death penalty's future.

Joe Biden's Big Reversal on the Death Penalty

Biden's position on the death penalty has significantly shifted, leading to the commutation of 37 federal death-row inmates.

Trump says DoJ will vigorously' pursue death penalty after Biden commutations

Trump pledges to pursue the death penalty for violent crimes, contrasting Biden's recent commutations.
The death penalty debate continues to be divisive, with strong opinions on both sides.

SCSJ Applauds Biden's Death Row Commutations, Urges Cooper to Follow Suit

President Biden commuted 37 federal death sentences, marking progress against systemic inequities and the flaws of capital punishment.
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#criminal-justice-reform

Biden commuted the death sentences of two California killers. Here's what we know about them

President Biden commuted the death sentences of two men to life in prison, emphasizing his opposition to the death penalty.

Next L.A. D.A. to roll back key Gascon policies - and revisit the Menendez brothers case

Nathan Hochman plans to reverse many of George Gascón's progressive policies upon his inauguration as L.A. County District Attorney.

Biden commuted the death sentences of two California killers. Here's what we know about them

President Biden commuted the death sentences of two men to life in prison, emphasizing his opposition to the death penalty.

Next L.A. D.A. to roll back key Gascon policies - and revisit the Menendez brothers case

Nathan Hochman plans to reverse many of George Gascón's progressive policies upon his inauguration as L.A. County District Attorney.
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#biden

Joe Biden's Moral Wisdom

President Biden commuted the sentences of 37 men on federal death row to life without parole, signaling a historic move against the death penalty.

Readers disagree with Biden's decision to commute 37 death row sentences. Here's why.

Biden commuted 37 federal death sentences, emphasizing his opposition to the death penalty amid political change.

Joe Biden's Moral Wisdom

President Biden commuted the sentences of 37 men on federal death row to life without parole, signaling a historic move against the death penalty.

Readers disagree with Biden's decision to commute 37 death row sentences. Here's why.

Biden commuted 37 federal death sentences, emphasizing his opposition to the death penalty amid political change.
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#texas-law

Lawmakers seethe after Texas AG blocks testimony in shaken-baby case

Texas lawmakers are facing obstacles in their attempt to hear from death-row prisoner Robert Roberson, amid concerns regarding wrongful execution.

Bipartisan Texas lawmakers issue new subpoena for death row inmate Robert Roberson's testimony

Texas lawmakers have issued a new subpoena compelling Robert Roberson to testify regarding the state's junk science law and its implications for his case.

Lawmakers seethe after Texas AG blocks testimony in shaken-baby case

Texas lawmakers are facing obstacles in their attempt to hear from death-row prisoner Robert Roberson, amid concerns regarding wrongful execution.

Bipartisan Texas lawmakers issue new subpoena for death row inmate Robert Roberson's testimony

Texas lawmakers have issued a new subpoena compelling Robert Roberson to testify regarding the state's junk science law and its implications for his case.
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#murder-charges

Luigi Mangione, Suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO Killing, Faces New Federal Murder Charges

Luigi Mangione faces serious federal charges related to the murder of UnitedHealthcare's CEO, with potential outcomes including the death penalty or life imprisonment.

UnitedHealth CEO murder suspect Luigi Mangione faces court in New York

Mangione could face the death penalty for murder and stalking charges against a UnitedHealthcare executive.
A notebook indicates a premeditated plan informing Mangione's hostility toward the insurance industry.

Luigi Mangione, Suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO Killing, Faces New Federal Murder Charges

Luigi Mangione faces serious federal charges related to the murder of UnitedHealthcare's CEO, with potential outcomes including the death penalty or life imprisonment.

UnitedHealth CEO murder suspect Luigi Mangione faces court in New York

Mangione could face the death penalty for murder and stalking charges against a UnitedHealthcare executive.
A notebook indicates a premeditated plan informing Mangione's hostility toward the insurance industry.
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#murder-case

Fort Lauderdale man pleads not guilty to killing wife in Spain in possible death-penalty case

David Knezevich pleads not guilty to charges of kidnapping and murder of his estranged wife amid potential death penalty considerations.

Idaho college killings to remain a death penalty case

The judge ruled the death penalty will remain an option in Bryan Kohberger's case, rejecting his defense's arguments against capital punishment.

Fort Lauderdale man pleads not guilty to killing wife in Spain in possible death-penalty case

David Knezevich pleads not guilty to charges of kidnapping and murder of his estranged wife amid potential death penalty considerations.

Idaho college killings to remain a death penalty case

The judge ruled the death penalty will remain an option in Bryan Kohberger's case, rejecting his defense's arguments against capital punishment.
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#brian-thompson

Luigi Mangione hit with federal charges, making him eligible for death penalty in alleged killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson

Luigi Mangione faces new federal murder charges for the public execution of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, potentially exposing him to the death penalty.

The killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson: Letters to the Editor - Dec. 9, 2024

The senseless killing of CEO Brian Thompson calls for unity and support for his family and colleagues.
Discussions on the death penalty arise in response to this crime.

Luigi Mangione hit with federal charges, making him eligible for death penalty in alleged killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson

Luigi Mangione faces new federal murder charges for the public execution of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, potentially exposing him to the death penalty.

The killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson: Letters to the Editor - Dec. 9, 2024

The senseless killing of CEO Brian Thompson calls for unity and support for his family and colleagues.
Discussions on the death penalty arise in response to this crime.
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#justice-system

Spate of high-profile US death penalty cases fuels public outrage and anger

Public anger over death penalty cases highlights concerns regarding the justice system's reliability and condemned prisoners' innocence claims.
The decline in executions does not reflect a nationwide abolition movement but rather a regional persistence in capital punishment.

Twists and Turns in Sept. 11 Plea Process Are Agonizing, Families Say

Families of 9/11 victims are divided on justice for Khalid Shaikh Mohammed, but agree the ongoing plea process has caused significant emotional distress.

Spate of high-profile US death penalty cases fuels public outrage and anger

Public anger over death penalty cases highlights concerns regarding the justice system's reliability and condemned prisoners' innocence claims.
The decline in executions does not reflect a nationwide abolition movement but rather a regional persistence in capital punishment.

Twists and Turns in Sept. 11 Plea Process Are Agonizing, Families Say

Families of 9/11 victims are divided on justice for Khalid Shaikh Mohammed, but agree the ongoing plea process has caused significant emotional distress.
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#racial-bias

An Investigation Into How Prosecutors Picked Death-Penalty Juries

The discovery of biased juror notes in the Dykes case raises critical concerns about racial and political discrimination in the jury selection process.

Martin Sheen: Why President Biden Should Commute Death Row

The author reflects on the complexities of presidential decision-making regarding clemency, urging current leaders to reconsider the death penalty.
Clemency for federal death sentences is now viewed as a moral imperative, contrasting past attitudes toward capital punishment.

The Secrets of California's Death Team

Judicial transparency is crucial for ensuring fair trials and defending constitutional rights against systematic bias in juror selection.

An Investigation Into How Prosecutors Picked Death-Penalty Juries

The discovery of biased juror notes in the Dykes case raises critical concerns about racial and political discrimination in the jury selection process.

Martin Sheen: Why President Biden Should Commute Death Row

The author reflects on the complexities of presidential decision-making regarding clemency, urging current leaders to reconsider the death penalty.
Clemency for federal death sentences is now viewed as a moral imperative, contrasting past attitudes toward capital punishment.

The Secrets of California's Death Team

Judicial transparency is crucial for ensuring fair trials and defending constitutional rights against systematic bias in juror selection.
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#execution

Indiana carries out state's first execution in 15 years

Indiana executed Joseph Corcoran, its first execution in 15 years, raising transparency concerns and highlighting issues of mental health in capital punishment cases.

US state of Indiana executes Joseph Corcoran after 27 year legal battle

The execution of Joseph Corcoran raises concerns about lawful procedures and mental competency in capital punishment cases.

After a 15-year pause in executions, Indiana prepares to put to death a man who killed 4

Indiana is set to execute its first death row inmate in 15 years, focusing on Joseph Corcoran's 1997 case.

Indiana puts man to death in state's first execution in 15 years

Joseph Corcoran's execution marks Indiana's first in 15 years, using pentobarbital in a process both restricted from media witnesses and closely scrutinized.

Indiana carries out state's first execution in 15 years

Indiana executed Joseph Corcoran, its first execution in 15 years, raising transparency concerns and highlighting issues of mental health in capital punishment cases.

US state of Indiana executes Joseph Corcoran after 27 year legal battle

The execution of Joseph Corcoran raises concerns about lawful procedures and mental competency in capital punishment cases.

After a 15-year pause in executions, Indiana prepares to put to death a man who killed 4

Indiana is set to execute its first death row inmate in 15 years, focusing on Joseph Corcoran's 1997 case.

Indiana puts man to death in state's first execution in 15 years

Joseph Corcoran's execution marks Indiana's first in 15 years, using pentobarbital in a process both restricted from media witnesses and closely scrutinized.
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Indiana Carries Out Execution in Unusual Secrecy: What to Know

Indiana executed Joseph Corcoran without media witnesses, raising significant concerns about transparency and accountability in the death penalty process.

Man set to be put to death in Indiana's first execution in 15 years

Joseph Corcoran's execution marks Indiana's return to capital punishment after a 15-year hiatus, raising issues of transparency and mental health advocacy.
#legal-issues

Filipino death row prisoner to return home after 15 years in Indonesian jail

Mary Jane Veloso is returning home to the Philippines after almost 15 years on death row in Indonesia, marking a significant milestone in her legal battle.

Idaho serial killer's execution stayed months after first attempt failed

A federal judge granted a stay of execution for Thomas Eugene Creech, highlighting concerns about cruel and unusual punishment and ongoing legal proceedings.

Filipino death row prisoner to return home after 15 years in Indonesian jail

Mary Jane Veloso is returning home to the Philippines after almost 15 years on death row in Indonesia, marking a significant milestone in her legal battle.

Idaho serial killer's execution stayed months after first attempt failed

A federal judge granted a stay of execution for Thomas Eugene Creech, highlighting concerns about cruel and unusual punishment and ongoing legal proceedings.
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#drug-trafficking

Singapore steps up executions and pressure on anti-death penalty groups

Singapore has executed nine individuals for drug trafficking in 2023, amid growing international criticism of its death penalty practices.

They were just kids': the award-winning photographer who captured the Bali Nine at their most vulnerable

The Bali Nine's tragic story humanizes the consequences of drug trafficking and the harsh realities faced by young offenders during their sentencing.

Singapore hangs drug trafficker, third such execution in a week

Singapore continues to enforce the death penalty for drug trafficking, reflecting strict anti-drug laws despite international criticism.

Singapore steps up executions and pressure on anti-death penalty groups

Singapore has executed nine individuals for drug trafficking in 2023, amid growing international criticism of its death penalty practices.

They were just kids': the award-winning photographer who captured the Bali Nine at their most vulnerable

The Bali Nine's tragic story humanizes the consequences of drug trafficking and the harsh realities faced by young offenders during their sentencing.

Singapore hangs drug trafficker, third such execution in a week

Singapore continues to enforce the death penalty for drug trafficking, reflecting strict anti-drug laws despite international criticism.
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#miami

New trial underway for men on death row for twisted, gruesome 'Pain & Gain' murders

Lugo and Doorbal are fighting for their lives after being sentenced to death in a gruesome murder case from 1995.

New trial underway for men on death row for twisted, gruesome 'Pain & Gain' murders

The resentencing of Lugo and Doorbal illustrates the lasting impact of a gruesome crime that shocked the nation.

New trial underway for men on death row for twisted, gruesome 'Pain & Gain' murders

Lugo and Doorbal are fighting for their lives after being sentenced to death in a gruesome murder case from 1995.

New trial underway for men on death row for twisted, gruesome 'Pain & Gain' murders

The resentencing of Lugo and Doorbal illustrates the lasting impact of a gruesome crime that shocked the nation.
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#vietnam

Vietnam tycoon told to repay $11 billion to avoid execution

Truong My Lan faces execution unless she repays $11 billion embezzled from a bank, highlighting Vietnam's zero-tolerance for high-level corruption.

Vietnamese tycoon faces scramble to raise billions to avoid death sentence

Truong My Lan's appeal against her death penalty for a $12bn fraud was denied, but she may avoid execution by repaying 75% of stolen funds.

Vietnam tycoon loses death penalty appeal in $27 billion fraud but court says it could spare her life if she returns 3/4 of stolen assets

Truong My Lan faces the death penalty for a $27 billion fraud unless she repays three quarters of the embezzled funds to potentially reduce her sentence.

Vietnam tycoon told to repay $11 billion to avoid execution

Truong My Lan faces execution unless she repays $11 billion embezzled from a bank, highlighting Vietnam's zero-tolerance for high-level corruption.

Vietnamese tycoon faces scramble to raise billions to avoid death sentence

Truong My Lan's appeal against her death penalty for a $12bn fraud was denied, but she may avoid execution by repaying 75% of stolen funds.

Vietnam tycoon loses death penalty appeal in $27 billion fraud but court says it could spare her life if she returns 3/4 of stolen assets

Truong My Lan faces the death penalty for a $27 billion fraud unless she repays three quarters of the embezzled funds to potentially reduce her sentence.
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#legal-proceedings

Judge Steps Aside in Shaken Baby' Death Penalty Case in Texas

The judge's voluntary recusal complicates the death penalty case of Robert Roberson, amidst ongoing legal debates and delays surrounding its execution.

State makes it official: No death penalty for former gangster and convicted murderer

State prosecutors will no longer seek the death penalty for Corey Smith due to the age of the case and issues with witness availability.

State no longer seeking death penalty in trial of convicted gang leader and murderer

State prosecutors will not pursue the death penalty for Corey Smith, citing the passage of time and changes in witness availability.
Smith's case faced legal delays due to evolving death penalty laws and prosecutor misconduct.

Judge Steps Aside in Shaken Baby' Death Penalty Case in Texas

The judge's voluntary recusal complicates the death penalty case of Robert Roberson, amidst ongoing legal debates and delays surrounding its execution.

State makes it official: No death penalty for former gangster and convicted murderer

State prosecutors will no longer seek the death penalty for Corey Smith due to the age of the case and issues with witness availability.

State no longer seeking death penalty in trial of convicted gang leader and murderer

State prosecutors will not pursue the death penalty for Corey Smith, citing the passage of time and changes in witness availability.
Smith's case faced legal delays due to evolving death penalty laws and prosecutor misconduct.
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#human-rights

US state of Alabama carries out third execution by nitrogen gas

Carey Grayson was executed by nitrogen gas, igniting debate over the method's humanity and legality.
The UN has condemned nitrogen gas executions, emphasizing their potential to violate human rights.

Alabama about to execute third man this year with controversial nitrogen gas

Alabama's use of nitrogen for executions faces intense scrutiny due to prior instances of distress during the process.

Kokila Annamalai, the first activist in Singapore to defy its stifling' online speech laws

Kokila Annamalai stands against Singapore's misinformation law, advocating for death row inmates' rights and challenging government narratives.

US state of Alabama carries out third execution by nitrogen gas

Carey Grayson was executed by nitrogen gas, igniting debate over the method's humanity and legality.
The UN has condemned nitrogen gas executions, emphasizing their potential to violate human rights.

Alabama about to execute third man this year with controversial nitrogen gas

Alabama's use of nitrogen for executions faces intense scrutiny due to prior instances of distress during the process.

Kokila Annamalai, the first activist in Singapore to defy its stifling' online speech laws

Kokila Annamalai stands against Singapore's misinformation law, advocating for death row inmates' rights and challenging government narratives.
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Texas judge says death row inmate is innocent in daughter's death

Melissa Lucio's death sentence is challenged after a judge found evidence was withheld in her case, paving the way for possible exoneration.
#capital-punishment

Inside Marcellus Williams's Tragic Execution Despite Questions Over Evidence. Was He Innocent?

Marcellus Williams expresses deep familial love and concern even as he faces execution, highlighting systemic racial injustices in capital punishment.

To kill or not to kill- Debating The Death Penalty

The death penalty remains a contentious issue, evoking passionate arguments for and against based on ethical, legal, and religious perspectives.

Inside Marcellus Williams's Tragic Execution Despite Questions Over Evidence. Was He Innocent?

Marcellus Williams expresses deep familial love and concern even as he faces execution, highlighting systemic racial injustices in capital punishment.

To kill or not to kill- Debating The Death Penalty

The death penalty remains a contentious issue, evoking passionate arguments for and against based on ethical, legal, and religious perspectives.
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Burkina Faso wants to reinstate death penalty, government source says

Burkina Faso's military regime plans to reinstate the death penalty, reversing a 2018 abolition as discussions on legal amendments begin.

Bryan Kohberger's lawyers fight death penalty in University of Idaho murders

Kohberger's defense seeks to eliminate the death penalty, arguing it infringes on his constitutional rights.
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