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How could someone be convicted of murder if DNA evidence on the murder weapon had always indicated another person had fired the weapon? #Texas #DeathPenalty

Texas inmate seeks to stop looming execution after codefendant confesses to double murders
In his appeal, James Broadnax, who also wants a new trial, included a signed confession by his cousin saying he committed the 2008 Garland murders.

Three of the surviving jurors contacted the governor, asking for clemency, as did Battle’s daughter.
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One More Reason the Death Penalty Needs to Go – Bob Mueller
A recent felony murder case in Alabama shows one more reason the death penalty needs to go—and why the justice system needs a closer look.

The states need to examine the felony murder doctrine closely and make sure it’s fairly applied.
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One More Reason the Death Penalty Needs to Go – Bob Mueller
A recent felony murder case in Alabama shows one more reason the death penalty needs to go—and why the justice system needs a closer look.

This case graphically illustrates the unfair ways the death penalty is applied as well as the overall problem with felony murder laws. If the actual killer doesn't get the death penalty, no one else should, either. #Oklahoma #deathpenalty