Posted on Aug 13, 2015
Connecticut Rules Death Penalty Is Unconstitutional. How Do You Feel About The Death Penalty?
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The Connecticut Supreme Court on Thursday ruled the state's death penalty is unconstitutional. The deeply divided court's 4-3 ruling will affect the 11 inmates currently on the state's death row.
Lawmakers repealed the state's death penalty in 2012, but stipulated it only applied to future crimes. Plaintiffs in Thursday's case had argued the 2012 ban should also extend to prisoners already on death row.
The Supreme Court agreed to take up the law's prospective issue when it granted a request by Eduardo Santiago, whose death sentence was overturned two months after the repeal took effect. (Connecticut Department of Corrections)
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/08/13/death-penalty-connecticut_n_7983488.html
Lawmakers repealed the state's death penalty in 2012, but stipulated it only applied to future crimes. Plaintiffs in Thursday's case had argued the 2012 ban should also extend to prisoners already on death row.
The Supreme Court agreed to take up the law's prospective issue when it granted a request by Eduardo Santiago, whose death sentence was overturned two months after the repeal took effect. (Connecticut Department of Corrections)
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/08/13/death-penalty-connecticut_n_7983488.html
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Baby killers should not pass go, and go directly into the electric chair. I agree that some other cases my not warrant the death penalty, BUT there are some serious cases that do. I don't condone this at all. This is what scares, some, straight. The thought of being put to death. After this is gone, I mean, what is left. "Oh, I'll kill and only get life in prison... That's not so bad." Just grrrrr
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SGT (Join to see), read this story. It'll make you sick.
http://www.cnn.com/2015/08/10/us/houston-killings/
http://www.cnn.com/2015/08/10/us/houston-killings/
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PO3 John Wagner
I like keeping them on death row.. for years and years. Never knowing when they will die.
Just like their victims
Just like their victims
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Was it "constitutional" when the inmates killed people?
Let the punishment fit the crime.
Let the punishment fit the crime.
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SSG Eddye Royal
I believe in the death penalty for this reason, I was on AD in FT. Hood, Tx. July/ August 1991 when they had the Lubby’s killer. Me and a friend, another soldier from 1st CAV almost went in there to eat.
I will never forget that, the people lost there lives just to sit and eat for lunch. Now we “COUNTRY” is lock in a LEGAL or LEGISLATIVE Igbo with NRA, that show not be. I say where is the common sense to this, we should be able to say if you are deamed sain, then Government has the right to take life. I also look to the Bible.
I will never forget that, the people lost there lives just to sit and eat for lunch. Now we “COUNTRY” is lock in a LEGAL or LEGISLATIVE Igbo with NRA, that show not be. I say where is the common sense to this, we should be able to say if you are deamed sain, then Government has the right to take life. I also look to the Bible.
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When I heard that those two subhuman oxygen thieves that raped then murdered that Doctor's family, had their sentences reduced to life in prison, I wanted the USAF to BOMB the Fucking Prison they are housed in just to make sure they get what they deserved. I sincerely hope they get shanked in the showers.
I am a firm believer that the death penalty should be employed. I think that the "kindest" way to do that would be to use a .22 caliber pistol, with three rounds to the base of the skull. I think that life in prison without the possibility of parole is a polite way of saying "You are a human piece of shit that is not fit to be amongst other humans." I further think that the space in prisons, and the cost each year of keeping those people in prison is not something that we need. IF a person is deemed to be such a monster that that person cannot be rehabilitated to a point they can re-enter society, then they should be executed.
I think that when a person is sentenced to life without parole, the evidence should be re-examined, the individual should be given an evaluation, and the sentence should then either be reduced to include the possibility of parole, or escalated to the death penalty. I think that when a person is sentenced to death, they should have the evidence reviewed to provide the highest possible measure that the evidence is solid, and the individual is guilty. I think after that the person should be allowed one appeal. After that one appeal, if the death sentence is upheld, that person should be executed within one month of final sentencing.
That is jut my opinion, I could be wrong, but it feels to me like the right course of action.
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I am a firm believer that the death penalty should be employed. I think that the "kindest" way to do that would be to use a .22 caliber pistol, with three rounds to the base of the skull. I think that life in prison without the possibility of parole is a polite way of saying "You are a human piece of shit that is not fit to be amongst other humans." I further think that the space in prisons, and the cost each year of keeping those people in prison is not something that we need. IF a person is deemed to be such a monster that that person cannot be rehabilitated to a point they can re-enter society, then they should be executed.
I think that when a person is sentenced to life without parole, the evidence should be re-examined, the individual should be given an evaluation, and the sentence should then either be reduced to include the possibility of parole, or escalated to the death penalty. I think that when a person is sentenced to death, they should have the evidence reviewed to provide the highest possible measure that the evidence is solid, and the individual is guilty. I think after that the person should be allowed one appeal. After that one appeal, if the death sentence is upheld, that person should be executed within one month of final sentencing.
That is jut my opinion, I could be wrong, but it feels to me like the right course of action.
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PO3 Steven Sherrill
SGT (Join to see) - You are in Texas. As Ron White Said "Most states are doing away with the death penalty, my state is putting in an express lane" He will get the death penalty, he will be executed. It is what he deserves. Crazy is I cut up a bunch of people because they were ham sandwiches that needed more mustard. Calculating is handcuffing your victims so that nobody tries anything while you are reloading to continue the executions.
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http://www.cnn.com/2015/08/10/us/houston-killings/
Here's the story.
Here's the story.
Texas family shooting: Man kills 8, authorities say - CNN.com
A suspect in the killing of eight people in Texas broke into the house and handcuffed the victims in their bedrooms before he shot them, authorities said.
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SSG Eddye Royal
I believe in the death penalty for this reason, I was on AD in FT. Hood, Tx. July/ August 1991 when they had the Lubby’s killer. Me and a friend, another soldier from 1st CAV almost went in there to eat.
I will never forget that, the people lost there lives just to sit and eat for lunch. Now we “COUNTRY” is lock in a LEGAL or LEGISLATIVE Igbo with NRA, that show not be. I say where is the common sense to this, we should be able to say if you are deamed sain, then Government has the right to take life. I also look to the Bible.
I will never forget that, the people lost there lives just to sit and eat for lunch. Now we “COUNTRY” is lock in a LEGAL or LEGISLATIVE Igbo with NRA, that show not be. I say where is the common sense to this, we should be able to say if you are deamed sain, then Government has the right to take life. I also look to the Bible.
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SGT (Join to see) I cheered when the State of Texas told Mexico and the World court to stuff it.
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SSG Eddye Royal
I believe in the death penalty for this reason, I was on AD in FT. Hood, Tx. July/ August 1991 when they had the Lubby’s killer. Me and a friend, another soldier from 1st CAV almost went in there to eat.
I will never forget that, the people lost there lives just to sit and eat for lunch. Now we “COUNTRY” is lock in a LEGAL or LEGISLATIVE Igbo with NRA, that show not be. I say where is the common sense to this, we should be able to say if you are deamed sain, then Government has the right to take life. I also look to the Bible.
I will never forget that, the people lost there lives just to sit and eat for lunch. Now we “COUNTRY” is lock in a LEGAL or LEGISLATIVE Igbo with NRA, that show not be. I say where is the common sense to this, we should be able to say if you are deamed sain, then Government has the right to take life. I also look to the Bible.
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SGT Jim Arnold
SSG Eddye Royal - yes I was stationed in Arizona when Lubys happened and I had just bought a 357 M
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So a penalty that the Constitution specifically permits in the 5th Amendment is unconstitutional? WTF?
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SSG Eddye Royal
I believe in the death penalty for this reason, I was on AD in FT. Hood, Tx. July/ August 1991 when they had the Lubby’s killer. Me and a friend, another soldier from 1st CAV almost went in there to eat.
I will never forget that, the people lost there lives just to sit and eat for lunch. Now we “COUNTRY” is lock in a LEGAL or LEGISLATIVE Igbo with NRA, that show not be. I say where is the common sense to this, we should be able to say if you are deamed sain, then Government has the right to take life. I also look to the Bible.
I will never forget that, the people lost there lives just to sit and eat for lunch. Now we “COUNTRY” is lock in a LEGAL or LEGISLATIVE Igbo with NRA, that show not be. I say where is the common sense to this, we should be able to say if you are deamed sain, then Government has the right to take life. I also look to the Bible.
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You know SFC Joseph Weber, I really wish it would include those scum bastards. But, at least here in Texas, depending on the severity, they get ten years probation, with a fine, and are tagged child molesters for life, which is a felony so they can't vote or buy a weapon legally, and they cannot own or have a computer on their property. In other words, except for being tagged child molester and can't vote, it's a hard slap on the wrist. Not near enough if you ask me.
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SFC Joseph Weber
SGT (Join to see) everything you read and see on TV says they cannot be cured. They just find sneakier ways to go about their business. Everyone of them out there is just a horrible crime waiting to happen.
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SFC Joseph Weber, They are sick people with no conscience. How a grown man gets any satisfaction looking at baby girls and boys is beyond me. Or for that matter, any girls and boys. They know what they're doing and it's wrong or they wouldn't try to hide it.
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SSG Eddye Royal
I believe in the death penalty for this reason, I was on AD in FT. Hood, Tx. July/ August 1991 when they had the Lubby’s killer. Me and a friend, another soldier from 1st CAV almost went in there to eat.
I will never forget that, the people lost there lives just to sit and eat for lunch. Now we “COUNTRY” is lock in a LEGAL or LEGISLATIVE Igbo with NRA, that show not be. I say where is the common sense to this, we should be able to say if you are deamed sain, then Government has the right to take life. I also look to the Bible.
I will never forget that, the people lost there lives just to sit and eat for lunch. Now we “COUNTRY” is lock in a LEGAL or LEGISLATIVE Igbo with NRA, that show not be. I say where is the common sense to this, we should be able to say if you are deamed sain, then Government has the right to take life. I also look to the Bible.
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I believe in it. I also believe everyone has a legal right to be proven innocent and or guility. Once the latter is determined and death is warranted death penalty 100%
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SSG Eddye Royal
I believe in the death penalty for this reason, I was on AD in FT. Hood, Tx. July/ August 1991 when they had the Lubby’s killer. Me and a friend, another soldier from 1st CAV almost went in there to eat.
I will never forget that, the people lost there lives just to sit and eat for lunch. Now we “COUNTRY” is lock in a LEGAL or LEGISLATIVE Igbo with NRA, that show not be. I say where is the common sense to this, we should be able to say if you are deamed sain, then Government has the right to take life. I also look to the Bible.
I will never forget that, the people lost there lives just to sit and eat for lunch. Now we “COUNTRY” is lock in a LEGAL or LEGISLATIVE Igbo with NRA, that show not be. I say where is the common sense to this, we should be able to say if you are deamed sain, then Government has the right to take life. I also look to the Bible.
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So some folks murder people in the most dreadful and sadistic ways but we care about their constitutional rights? It seems like the courts are just as guilty for ruling in foolish manners as the politicians, the media, and the mobs.
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MAJ Ken Landgren, Unfortunately our constitution is for all Americans. Do I agree ? No! But, if it was me on trial or in prison, and I was innocent or guilty, I would want whatever it took to do the right thing.
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SSG Eddye Royal
I believe in the death penalty for this reason, I was on AD in FT. Hood, Tx. July/ August 1991 when they had the Lubby’s killer. Me and a friend, another soldier from 1st CAV almost went in there to eat.
I will never forget that, the people lost there lives just to sit and eat for lunch. Now we “COUNTRY” is lock in a LEGAL or LEGISLATIVE Igbo with NRA, that show not be. I say where is the common sense to this, we should be able to say if you are deamed sain, then Government has the right to take life. I also look to the Bible.
I will never forget that, the people lost there lives just to sit and eat for lunch. Now we “COUNTRY” is lock in a LEGAL or LEGISLATIVE Igbo with NRA, that show not be. I say where is the common sense to this, we should be able to say if you are deamed sain, then Government has the right to take life. I also look to the Bible.
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If there was a national executioner position, I would apply for the job. But I would not release any lever, drop any pellet, or fire any weapon until I had read the case file, and concluded that the jury was unequivocally right in its decision. Then I would properly perform my duty. These Death Row scum are evil personified, men and women who have done unimaginably horrible things to innocent people. I have absolutely zero issue ending their existence. So, I reckon my answer is that I support Capital Punishment. Truth be told, a large portion of my career in law enforcement was in CSI work. I worked hundreds of homicides. Three of those cases resulted in guilty convictions that were based exclusively upon my forensic investigations and my courtroom testimony. And those three men were executed in Potosi, Missouri's State Penitentiary in the 1990s. A couple two or three still remain on Death Row.
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SCPO (Join to see), Welcome to RP and thank you for your services in the military and in law enforcement. If anyone really understands criminal law, it's you. Did you have any reservations when they were given the death penalty? Are the ones on death row still going through appeals?
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First question, a resounding no. I was routinely asked all three times if I wanted to be a witness at the executions. I declined only because I had more important things to do!!! As to your second question, I would resume the answer is yes, I don't actually know. I have long since lost track of them and the hundreds of others I put in the federal or state penal systems. Thanks for kind regards, SGT (Join to see).
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SSG Eddye Royal
I believe in the death penalty for this reason, I was on AD in FT. Hood, Tx. July/ August 1991 when they had the Lubby’s killer. Me and a friend, another soldier from 1st CAV almost went in there to eat.
I will never forget that, the people lost there lives just to sit and eat for lunch. Now we “COUNTRY” is lock in a LEGAL or LEGISLATIVE Igbo with NRA, that show not be. I say where is the common sense to this, we should be able to say if you are deamed sain, then Government has the right to take life. I also look to the Bible.
I will never forget that, the people lost there lives just to sit and eat for lunch. Now we “COUNTRY” is lock in a LEGAL or LEGISLATIVE Igbo with NRA, that show not be. I say where is the common sense to this, we should be able to say if you are deamed sain, then Government has the right to take life. I also look to the Bible.
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It really depends on the crime and proof beyond a reasonable doubt of the crime, Maj (Join to see) .
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SSG Eddye Royal
I believe in the death penalty for this reason, I was on AD in FT. Hood, Tx. July/ August 1991 when they had the Lubby’s killer. Me and a friend, another soldier from 1st CAV almost went in there to eat.
I will never forget that, the people lost there lives just to sit and eat for lunch. Now we “COUNTRY” is lock in a LEGAL or LEGISLATIVE Igbo with NRA, that show not be. I say where is the common sense to this, we should be able to say if you are deamed sain, then Government has the right to take life. I also look to the Bible.
I will never forget that, the people lost there lives just to sit and eat for lunch. Now we “COUNTRY” is lock in a LEGAL or LEGISLATIVE Igbo with NRA, that show not be. I say where is the common sense to this, we should be able to say if you are deamed sain, then Government has the right to take life. I also look to the Bible.
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