Three months into the year and the indigent defense fund for criminals who cannot afford an attorney likely will be half way spent thanks to one death penalty case.
Backup of killers awaiting execution is building
Meanwhile, Ohioans to Stop Executions said in its annual report that exonerations are increasing and the overall use of capital punishment is declining. “What we see is the institution of the death penalty crumbling before our eyes,” said Kevin Werner, executive director.
Pharmacists reject states seeking execution drugs
The American Pharmacists Association voted to oppose participation in executions, stating that to help put a person to death violates the goals of the profession.