Legal battle over nitrogen gas execution method in Alabama
Alabama inmate Alan Eugene Miller files lawsuit challenging nitrogen gas execution method following botched attempt on Kenneth Smith. State seeks to execute Miller to silence him, violating his free speech and due process rights.
Key Points
- Alan Eugene Miller files lawsuit challenging nitrogen gas execution method
- State accused of seeking to silence Miller by executing him using same method
- Previous nitrogen gas execution of Kenneth Smith described as botched
- Legal battle involves claims of violation of free speech and due process rights