Explore in-depth articles and video interviews that delve into the complexities of capital punishment in the United States. This section covers the legal processes, historical context, and ethical debates surrounding the death penalty, providing a comprehensive overview for those seeking to understand this critical legal issue. Visitors will also find glossary definitions and resources related to capital punishment, enhancing their knowledge of this significant area of law.
Michael Ross wrote this death row account in 1998 while awaiting resentencing after his original death sentence was overturned. The piece, introduced by the late editor Bill Bickel, reflects on life and mindset under a death sentence. This article republishes that firsthand narrative and its publication context. Forward by the late Bill Bickel – former […]
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In most states, executing someone for a crime committed under age 18 is unconstitutional under the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2005 decision in *Roper v. Simmons*. That ruling reflects evolving standards of decency and recognizes adolescents’ reduced culpability and greater capacity for change. This article explains the history of juvenile executions, the legal doctrines that ended
