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Man Put To Death For 1989 Murder
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(04-25-2018, 09:03 AM)BmorePat87 Wrote: -it costs significantly more but only 16% of those on death row between 1973-2013 were actually executed. 


-38% of those on death row had their conviction or sentence overturned between 1973-2013.

Fortunately for those 38%, due process exists. 

I believe the vast majority of that 38% was having their sentences commuted (if that's the right word) to life in prison.  Nobody said they didn't do it.
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RE: Man Put To Death For 1989 Murder - michaelsean - 04-25-2018, 09:06 AM

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